Instructional Support for Public Secondary School Teachers: Effects on Productivity, Job Satisfaction, and Motivation

AUTHOR(S)

ROGELIO P. DURAN JR.

ABSTRACT

—— Teachers’ productivity, job satisfaction, and motivation are influenced by the instructional support they receive within their schools. In public secondary schools, the quality of instructional support directly affects classroom performance, professional growth, and learner outcomes. This study examined the relationship between teachers’ demographic profile, the instructional support they received, and their levels of productivity, job satisfaction, and motivation in selected secondary schools in the Division of Bohol. The study employed a descriptive-correlational research design involving 350 teacher-respondents selected through total enumeration. A validated questionnaire was used to measure instructional support, productivity, job satisfaction, and motivation. Descriptive statistics such as frequency, percentage, weighted mean, and ranking were used to describe the variables, while the Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient determined relationships among the variables. Normality testing guided the selection of appropriate inferential statistical tools. Findings revealed that respondents generally perceived a high level of instructional support, particularly in enhancing instructional competencies and providing professional development opportunities. Productivity levels were also high, especially in planning and delivering learning activities and integrating technology in instruction. Job satisfaction was strongest in areas related to work environment and interpersonal relationships, while motivation was predominantly intrinsic. Significant relationships were found between the respondents’ profiles, instructional support received, productivity, job satisfaction, and motivation. Teachers also identified recurring challenges such as limited technological resources, heavy workloads, delayed feedback systems, and insufficient recognition. The results underscore the critical role of instructional support in shaping teachers’ professional behaviors and outcomes. Strengthened support systems can enhance teacher performance, elevate job satisfaction, and foster sustained motivation. Based on the findings, a Strategic Instructional Program was developed to address gaps and promote continuous improvement. Keywords — Instructional support, teacher productivity, job satisfaction, motivation, secondary education