Factors Related to Work Stress in Teachers at SMPN X Jakarta

Abstract

Job stress is a global phenomenon experienced by many workers in various sectors. The World Health Organization (WHO) states that work-related stress can affect physical and psychological health, as well as workforce productivity. Teachers play a crucial role in improving the quality of education, but often face work demands that can potentially cause stress. Job stress in teachers can be triggered by high workloads, role conflict, an unsupportive work environment, and minimal social support. This study aims to determine the factors associated with job stress among teachers at SMPNi X Jakarta in 2025. The study used a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design on 45 respondents selected through a total sampling technique. Data were collected using a questionnaire based on the Teacher Stress Inventory (TSI) and analyzed using the Chi-Square test. The results showed that 66.7% of teachers experienced job stress. Bivariate analysis found that role conflict had a significant relationship with job stress (p = 0.002; OR = 11.227; 95% CI: 2.127–59.262). Meanwhile, workload (p = 0.660), social support (p = 0.800), and work environment (p = 0.063) were not significantly related to job stress. It can be concluded that role conflict is a dominant factor influencing teacher job stress, so efforts to manage roles and clearly distribute tasks are needed to reduce stress levels.