Factors Contributing To the Causes of Work Related Stress and Its Impact on Performance of Teachers in Nkayi District

Abstract

The study examined the factors that contribute to work related stress and its impact on performance of teachers, this article draws on a quantitative inquiry on causes of stress amongst teachers and its impact on their performance using a sample of 200 respondents.  The population consisted of all the 200 teachers from Nkayi District in Matabeleland North province in Zimbabwe.  The sample consisted of 200 teachers made up of 100 males and 100 females selected using purposive sampling.  All the information was gathered through a questionnaire which largely had close-ended questions and two open-ended questions. Descriptive statistical analysis was used to interpret data.  The study revealed that there were several sources of stress and these impacted negatively on the performance of teachers. It also revealed that the majority of teachers were not satisfied with their job. The study recommends that the Government should urgently take steps to improve conditions of service for teachers and there should be strategies to manage their stress levels.