Teacher Turn Over in Private Vocational Schools in Zhanjiang City, China

Yecheng Miao; Cabrera. Wendell

doi:10.54097/f6ybcj70

Authors

Yecheng Miao
Cabrera. Wendell

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/f6ybcj70

Keywords:

Private Schools, Teacher Turnover, Turnover Rate, Mixed Research, Interview Method

Abstract

This study adopts a mixed research method combining semi-structured interviews and questionnaire surveys to explore the high teacher turnover phenomenon in three private vocational schools in Zhanjiang City, namely Yinfan School, Zhanjiang Finance and Economics Vocational and Technical School, and Zhanjiang Electronic Vocational and Technical School. Qualitative data were collected through interviews with 20 participants, including human resources staff, current teachers, and former teachers, and thematic analysis was conducted. Quantitative data were obtained from 312 in-service teachers via questionnaires, followed by statistical analysis such as descriptive statistics and correlation analysis. The research aims to identify the key factors affecting teacher turnover in private vocational schools in Zhanjiang City, so as to provide targeted references for improving teacher stability.

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