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This research examines the professional identity challenges and burnout risks faced by physical education teachers in county-level middle schools.

May 20, 2026Open Access

Professional Identity Challenges and Burnout Risks among Physical Education Teachers in County-Level Middle Schools: A Case Study of Siyuan Middle School

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Case study reveals professional identity challenges and burnout risks in physical education teachers, suggesting systemic improvements are necessary.

This research examines the professional identity challenges and burnout risks faced by physical education teachers in county-level middle schools.
Case study at Siyuan Middle School with 18 questionnaire responses from teachers and 6 semi-structured interviews.
Analysis of factors like workload pressure, income satisfaction, and institutional recognition affecting teachers' feelings and growth.
66.7% of teachers have additional duties beyond regular physical education classes.
Overall income satisfaction mean is low at 2.56 out of 5, indicating dissatisfaction.
The exam-oriented education mindset significantly affects teachers' professional identity, scoring 4.67 on average.

WANG HUIQING (2026) studied this question.

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Case study reveals professional identity challenges and burnout risks in physical education teachers, suggesting systemic improvements are necessary.