Development and Validation of Teacher’s Job Satisfaction Scale (TJSS) Regarding the effectiveness of HRMIS in Public Schools

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to design and test the Teachers' Job Satisfaction Scale (TJSS) as a valid instrument for measuring the job satisfaction of teachers working in the Punjab, specifically in relation to the Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS). Teacher satisfaction is a crucial aspect in determining retention, performance, and student outcomes; however, few culturally adjusted tools exist in Pakistan. A sample of 118 teachers from nine districts in public schools was used to gather data, and expert feedback was employed to enhance content validity. The scale comprises 34 items, which were evaluated using Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA). The findings showed that the reliability (a = 0.926) was strong and all the factor loadings were greater than 0.50, indicating validity. The research suggests that the TJSS be adopted to determine areas for improvement, reinforce teaching processes, and enhance student learning outcomes.