Psikoborneo : Jurnal Ilmiah Psikologi
Vol. 14 No. 4 (2026): Psikoborneo: Jurnal Ilmiah Psikologi

Adaptive Capacity and Role Resilience: an Exploration of Work-Life Balance in Female Teachers with Children with Special Needs

Cece Tiara Safitri (Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Intan Lampung)
Nurul Isnaini (Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Intan Lampung)
Annisa Fitriani (Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Intan Lampung)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Oct 2026

Abstract

This research aims to understand the work-life balance image of female teachers who have special needs children. This study applies the phenomenological method with a qualitative approach. The study subjects consisted of three female teachers selected using purposive sampling techniques based on specific criteria. Data collection is conducted through interviews, observations, and documentation, and is analyzed using NVivo 12 Pro software. Research results show that work-life balance on the subject is dynamic, where the interaction between work and personal life not only causes conflict, but also makes a positive contribution. Subjects can manage multiple roles through effective time management, role customization, and support from family and work environment. In addition, experience in nurturing special needs children has a positive impact on work, such as increased patience, empathy, and ability to understand individual characters. On the other hand, work as a teacher also contributes positively to personal life, especially in increasing self-confidence and parenting ability. This study shows that the balance betweens work and personal life is influenced not only by the demands of roles, but also by the ability of individuals to manage adequate social roles and support. Studi ini memiliki tujuan untuk memahami gambaran work-life balance pada guru perempuan yang memiliki anak berkebutuhan khusus. Studi ini menerapkan metode fenomenologi dengan pendekatan kualitatif. Subjek temuan ini melibatkan tiga orang guru perempuan yang ditentukan melalui teknik purposive sampling berlandaskan ketentuan yang ditetapkan. Data diperoleh melalui wawancara, observasi, dokumentasi serta dianalisis menggunakan software Nvivo 12 Pro. Temuan studi mengunjukkan bahwasanya work-life balance pada subjek bersifat dinamis, di mana interaksi antara pekerjaan dan kehidupan pribadi tidak hanya menimbulkan konflik, tetapi juga memberikan kontribusi positif. Subjek mampu mengelola peran ganda melalui pengaturan waktu yang efektif, penyesuaian peran, serta adanya dukungan dari keluarga dan lingkungan kerja. Selain itu, pengalaman dalam mengasuh anak berkebutuhan khusus memberikan dampak positif terhadap pekerjaan, seperti meningkatnya kesabaran, empati, serta kemampuan memahami karakter individu. Di sisi lain, pekerjaan sebagai guru juga memberikan kontribusi positif terhadap kehidupan pribadi, terutama dalam meningkatkan kepercayaan diri dan kemampuan pengasuhan. Studi ini mengunjukkan bahwa work-life balance dipengaruhi tidak hanya oleh tekanan peran, namun juga oleh kapasitas individu dalam mengatur perannya serta adanya dukungan sosial yang cukup.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

psikoneo

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Education Social Sciences

Description

PSIKOBORNEO : Jurnal Ilmiah Psikologi is a peer-reviewed journal which is published by Mulawarman University, East Kalimantan publishes biannually in March, June, September and December. This Journal publishes current original research on psychology sciences using an interdisciplinary perspective, ...