The purpose of this mixed methods study was to investigate teachers' perceptions of their general job satisfaction and teacher-parent/guardian communication post-COVID as compared to pre-COVID using a survey and follow-up interviews. A total of 80 teachers from two suburban school districts in a metropolitan area completed the three-part survey and 4 participants participated in a follow-up interview. The survey contained items regarding teachers' perceptions of their general job satisfaction pre- and post-COVID, satisfaction with teacher-parent/guardian communication pre- and post-COVID, and the importance of teacher-parent/guardian communication on job satisfaction. The results from the survey showed a statistically significant decrease from 3.26 to 2.68 on a four-point Likert scale in general job satisfaction and a statistically significant decrease from 2.96 to 2.46 on a four-point Likert scale in parent communication satisfaction across all demographic subgroups. Follow-up interviews suggested that general job satisfaction levels were impacted by teacher absenteeism and loss of plan time, negative interactions with parents, student apathy, and loss of inspiration regarding implementing curriculum. Follow-up interviews also suggested that satisfaction with teacher-parent/guardian communication was impacted by an increase in apathy, a growing sense of distrust, and a rise in complaints from parents. Additionally, data from the survey suggested positive communication affected teachers' perceptions of themselves and their jobs more frequently than negative communication. The study's results support a need for further research focusing on how and why COVID has impacted teachers' experiences and job satisfaction, not just its impact on student learning. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com.bibliotheek.ehb.be/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]