Stress, flourishing and intention to leave of teachers: Does coping type matter?

Abstract

Growth and stability in South Africa are linked to quality education. According to Cilliers (2020) and Jonas (2019), economic growth in South Africa requires a well-functioning educational system (and capable teachers) that can cope effectively with challenges. However, the quality of education in the country is compromised because of the teaching profession’s instability, which results in teachers experiencing overload and a lack of control (Chaaban & Du, 2017; Schonfeld, Bianchi, & LuehringJones, 2017). Research (Jackson & Rothmann, 2006; Janik & Rothmann, 2016) has shown that secondary school teachers experience high levels of distress caused by a demanding work environment.