Enhancing Professional Commitment Through the Job Satisfaction of Teachers at SMK Sasmita Jaya 2 Pamulang
Keywords:
Teacher job satisfaction, Teacher professional commitment.Abstract
The purpose of this study is to explore how teacher job satisfaction can enhance professional commitment and to examine the impact of increased job satisfaction on teachers' professional commitment. This research was conducted at SMK Sasmita Jaya 2 Pamulang, South Tangerang. The method used in this study is descriptive qualitative, with data obtained through in-depth interviews supported by observations and documentation, and analyzed using data validity techniques, namely data triangulation. The study involved nine key teacher informants and two additional informants as research subjects at SMK Sasmita Jaya 2 Pamulang. The results of the study indicate that the job satisfaction of teachers at SMK Sasmita Jaya 2 Pamulang is well fulfilled and reflects a strong level of professional commitment. This is evident in the learning activities, where teachers demonstrate their commitment through discipline, responsibility in completing administrative tasks, and the implementation of innovative and creative teaching methods. The impact of fulfilled job satisfaction on professional commitment is shown in the increase of both affective commitment and normative commitment. This is proven by the teachers’ strong determination to maintain their profession with a high sense of responsibility in carrying out their duties and notable loyalty.
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