Annals of Human Resource Management Research
Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): December

The role of grit and self-efficacy in teacher engagement and burnout

Nor Lailla (Muhammadiyah University of Jakarta, Tangerang Selatan, Banten, Indonesia)
Don Gusti Rao (Politeknik Ketenagakerjaan, Jakarta Timur, Jakarta, Indonesia)
Luqman Hakim (Muhammadiyah University of Jakarta, Tangerang Selatan, Banten, Indonesia)
Wawan Sadtyo Nugroho (Muhammadiyah University of Magelang, Magelang, Jawa Tengah, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Dec 2025

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to examine the influence of grit and self-efficacy on work engagement, to identify the relationship between grit and self-efficacy, and to determine how work engagement affects burnout. Research Methodology: This uses a quantitative approach with a type of study. Population in the study: This is a vocational school teacher in seven schools in Jakarta, Bogor, Tangerang, Depok, and South Tangerang. The sample was determined using non-probability sampling techniques, especially convenience sampling. The number of respondents is as many as 107. Data collection techniques use Google Forms. Data analysis techniques using SmartPLS. Results: The results show a positive influence of grit on work engagement, a positive influence of self-efficacy on work engagement, a positive relationship between grit and self-efficacy, and a negative influence of work engagement on burnout. Conclusions: This study concludes that grit and self-efficacy positively influence work engagement, with teachers displaying greater emotional, cognitive, and physical involvement in their work. Grit also enhances self-efficacy, which strengthens engagement, ultimately reducing burnout. These findings emphasize the importance of fostering perseverance and confidence to improve workplace health and productivity in education. Limitations: This study discusses the variables of grit, self-efficacy, work engagement, and burnout. However, there are still many other factors that influence teacher engagement and work burnout, such as principal leadership, organizational support for work-life balance, or other external factors. Contribution: This research suggests that grit and self-efficacy have an important role in work engagement and reducing burnout in teachers, as well as being the basis for developing teacher welfare, especially in Indonesia.

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ahrmr

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Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Economics, Econometrics & Finance Social Sciences

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Annals of Human Resource Management Research (AHRMR) is an international, peer-reviewed, and scholarly journal which publishes high-quality research to answer important and interesting questions, develop or test theory, replicate prior studies, explore interesting phenomena, review and synthesize ...