ERIC Number: EJ1393671
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023
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Profiles of Well-Being among Early Childhood Educators
Roberts, Amy M.; Daro, Alexandra M.; Gallagher, Kathleen C.
Early Education and Development, v34 n6 p1414-1428 2023
Research Findings: This study used a person-centered data analytic approach to identify distinct subgroups of early childhood educators (n= 133) based on their responses to multiple indicators of well-being (psychological, financial, and health indicators). Various fit indices established a two-class solution. Specifically, one group was characterized by more positive well-being and the other by less positive well-being. Subgroup differences were the greatest for indicators of psychological well-being, including self-care and self-compassion. In addition, educators with less than a bachelor's degree, working as assistant teachers, receiving less pay, with more adverse childhood experiences, were overrepresented in the less positive well-being group, demonstrating system inequities and opportunities for improvement. Practice or Policy: These findings have implications for supporting the early care and education workforce. Specifically, findings suggest psychological well-being, including self-care and self-compassion, may be relevant focus areas for organizational and systems change efforts or interventions. Furthermore, findings suggest that trauma-informed approaches and support for assistant teachers are particularly important to promote equity and well-being across the workforce.
Descriptors: Profiles, Well Being, Early Childhood Teachers, Predictor Variables, Psychological Patterns, Caring, Altruism, Self Concept, Teacher Characteristics, Physical Health, Mental Health, Stress Variables, Job Satisfaction, Economic Factors
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Early Childhood Education
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Language: English
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