The Impact of Primary School Teachers' Work Stress on Job Satisfaction: The Mediating Role of Emotional Labor and Psychological Capital

Abstract

This study addresses the prevalent issue of work-related stress among primary school teachers, using a survey method to collect data and conduct statistical analysis. The results indicate that primary school teachers experience moderate levels of work stress, while their job satisfaction is slightly above average. Emotional labor plays a simple mediating role in the relationship between work stress and job satisfaction. Additionally, psychological capital serves as a simple mediator between the two. Furthermore, emotional labor and psychological capital together function as a chain mediator in this relationship.