Teacher’s well-being and school performance – an analysis based on organizational climate in polish diaspora schools

Abstract

Introduction. Contemporary research on organizational functioning increasingly emphasizes the importance of intangible resources, such as employee well-being, interpersonal relationships, and organizational climate. In educational institutions, these factors play a particularly important role, as school performance is not solely determined by structural arrangements but is largely shaped by teachers’ experiences and perceptions. Teacher well-being has become a central topic in educational and occupational psychology. It is typically defined as a subjective evaluation of life quality, encompassing both emotional and cognitive components (Diener, 1984; Ryff, 1989). In the teaching profession, well-being is especially important due to high emotional demands, social responsibility, and the…