Exploring the Effect of Interpersonal Communication, Conflict Management, Asta Brata Leadership Style and Motivation on Job Satisfaction of Teachers

Abstract

This study aimed to disclose the potential impact of interpersonal communication, conflict management, Asta Brata leadership style, and work motivation on the teacher job in the junior high schools of Denpasar City, Indonesia. A quantitative survey method was used as the research design of this study. The data were obtained by conducting questionnaire distribution where the questionnaire as the research instrument covered the five variables. There were 234 junior high school teachers involved as the research sample from the total population 585 teachers. They were selected by using simple random sampling technique. Structural equation modeling (SEM) with partial least squares (PLS) technique was utilized to analyze the obtained data with the assistance of SMARTPLS software. The results of data analysis showed that interpersonal communication, conflict management, Asta Brata leadership style, and work motivation impact significantly positively on teacher job satisfaction. The study suggested that educational institutions should prioritize the development of open communication, effective leadership, conflict resolution, and employee motivation to promote teacher job satisfaction, which can lead to better student outcomes. School leaders should recognize the critical role of these factors and create strategies to improve them. Policymakers could use these findings to design effective programs and policies to enhance teacher job satisfaction.