Document Type
Dissertation
Date of Award
2024
Degree Name
Doctor of Education (Ded)
Department
Education
First Advisor
David Swank
Abstract
This qualitative comparative case study explored teachers’ perceptions of emotional intelligence in administrators and its impact on job satisfaction. The research addressed whether teachers perceive administrators as meeting their emotional needs and how administration influences job satisfaction. Participants from two comparable rural school districts were purposefully selected and assigned pseudonyms. Data collection methods included small focus groups and journaling. Thematic analysis revealed three key themes: (a) administrative support, (b) fostering a positive culture and relationships, and (c) managing feelings of being overwhelmed or burnout. These interconnected themes underscore the importance of emotionally intelligent leadership in enhancing teacher support and overall job satisfaction.
Subject Categories
Educational Leadership
Keywords
Emotional Intelligence Job Satisfaction
Number of Pages
65
Publisher
University of South Dakota
Recommended Citation
Schneider, Thomas Lee, "Teacher's Perception of Emotional Intelligence in Administrators and How It Impacts Teacher Job Satisfaction in Rural Nebraska" (2024). Dissertations and Theses. 320.
https://red.library.usd.edu/diss-thesis/320