Abstract:

The article addresses the imperative for states focused on development to prioritize the enhancement of education quality. In the dynamic landscape of modern education, constant advancements in standards, methods, and technology are evident. Despite these changes, the role of the teacher remains paramount, with escalating responsibilities. The country's progress hinges on the teacher's knowledge, qualifications, and professional skills. Professional burnout emerges as a significant challenge impacting education quality. Recognizing and addressing the challenges of professional burnout are crucial for fostering a healthy school environment. Our research aims to explore optimal methods for enhancing the school pedagogical climate and preventing professional burnout, using Georgian schools as a case study. The objective is to analyze findings and formulate recommendations based on the research results. Key inquiries during the research include the significance of the teaching profession, specific factors contributing to professional burnout, and strategies for identifying warning symptoms. The workload's impact on practical capabilities, the influence of school climate, principal's management style, and teachers' behavior on burnout are also examined. Utilizing both quantitative and qualitative research methods, including surveys and focus groups, we collected data from pedagogues, psychologists, and school principals. Various research tools, such as questionnaires and interview questionnaires, were applied. The teaching profession demands a significant investment of intellectual, physical, and emotional resources. Teachers handle diverse challenges daily, extending beyond lesson planning. Factors like student behavior, special needs instruction, parent engagement, and compliance with regulations contribute to burnout. Frequent meetings, complex requests, and continuous reforms consume teachers' time, posing a well-known risk factor. Fatigue can strain teacher-student relationships and diminish motivation. External pressures from school, parents, and society may become overwhelming, contributing to emotional stress and professional burnout. The article draws on international and local studies to provide insights into the multifaceted challenges faced by teachers, emphasizing the urgency of addressing burnout for a resilient and effective education system.

Keywords:

Education, school pedagogical climate, teacher, professional burnout.