Work-Life Balance on Women Teachers' Performance: Evidence from Indonesia

Abstract

Purpose: This study examined the relationships between work-life balance, pedagogic competence, and job satisfaction among female teachers. Design/methodology/approach: The population consisted of female teachers at Vocational High School in Pemalang Regency, Central Java, Indonesia. The sampling technique used was non-probability, namely, purposive sampling. A total of 170 questionnaires were distributed, of which 102 were used as the research sample. The test conducted in Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling. Findings: The results of this study indicate that work-life balance and pedagogic competence have a positive effect on job satisfaction and performance. Job satisfaction has been proven to mediate the relationship between female teachers' performance, work-life balance, and pedagogic competence. Female teachers' performance and job satisfaction can be further improved through teacher competency improvement programs and provision of work-life balance flexibility. Research limitations/implications: The study suggests that work-life balance and pedagogical competence can en-rich job satisfaction, thus, influencing female teachers' performance. The results of this study can be practically used by the government for improving the advancement, training, and welfare of female teachers, especially in private schools. Future studies should explore the factor of women empowerment to increase teachers' performance. Originality/value: This study contributes to the literature on the relationship between work-life balance and female teacher competence toward work satisfaction and female teacher performance. In addition, the importance of female teachers in supporting the demand for education in Indonesia is addressed, even though they face challenges in coping with their careers and domestic responsibilities. Furthermore, this study focuses on the education sector because the majority of female teachers work to increase their family income.