Leisure time satisfaction as a predictor of life satisfaction among teachers

Introduction The aim of this quantitative study is to examine the relationship between life satisfaction and leisure time satisfaction among teachers working in the private education sector. Methods The study's population includes 1,535 teachers employed at 115 private schools in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. A sample of 308 teachers was selected using a stratified sampling method. Data were collected through a personal information form, the Leisure Time Satisfaction Scale (LTSS), and the Life Satisfaction Scale (LSS). The data analysis was conducted using SPSS 26 software and parametric tests. Results and discussion Female teachers, preschool educators, and full-time teachers in private schools tend to have higher satisfaction with their leisure activities. Furthermore, female teachers and those working full-time demonstrate significantly greater overall levels of life satisfaction. Correlation analysis indicates a strong and significant positive relationship between life satisfaction and leisure satisfaction. Furthermore, the regression analysis revealed a significant association between various sub-dimensions of leisure satisfaction and life satisfaction.