August 6, 2025

Perceived organizational support and work engagement of kindergarten teachers: A chain mediation model

SNSun NanJiangnan University FMF. MaLiaoning Normal University YZYoulai ZengLiaoning Normal University

Key Points

Perceived organizational support positively influences work engagement among kindergarten teachers, enhancing their job involvement and satisfaction.
Structural equation modeling analysis from 1,432 teachers indicated self-efficacy and organizational commitment mediate this relationship.
The findings highlight the need for schools to foster supportive environments that promote teachers' self-efficacy and commitment to their roles.
Educational managers should prioritize organizational factors that contribute to improved work engagement, enhancing teacher performance and satisfaction.

Abstract

This study explored the interactions of perceived organizational support, work engagement, organizational commitment, and self-efficacy among kindergarten teachers. The sample comprised 1,432 kindergarten teachers in China. We used structural equation modeling to analyze the data. The results indicated that kindergarten teachers’ perception of organizational support had a positive predictive effect on their work engagement. Further, teachers’ self-efficacy and organizational commitment separately and jointly mediated the effect of organizational support on work engagement. Thus, educational managers should pay attention to the influence of organizational factors and individual efficacy on work engagement.

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