THE PERCEPTION OF TEACHERS AT THE FEDERAL INSTITUTE OFBRASÍLIA – CAMPUS BRASÍLIA ABOUT WELL-BEING AT WORK

Abstract

The overall objective of this research is to conduct a well-being diagnosis among teachers at IFB - Campus Brasília. The specific objectives include examining the sources contributing to well-being as identified by teachers at the Federal Institute of Brasília - Campus Brasília and investigating negative aspects affecting well-being from the perspective of the institution's faculty. Well-being is conceptualized as life satisfaction, related to positive emotions, healthy relationships, purpose, and engagement in activities. On the other hand, workplace well-being is characterized as the positive emotions and mental state arising from the connections the worker establishes with both the job and the organization. This study employed a quantitative and descriptive methodology. The instrument utilized was the IBET-13 Scale - Work Well-being Inventory, comprising three scales: job satisfaction (JS), work engagement (WE), and affective organizational commitment (AOC). Thirty-one teachers aged between 30 and 60 participated in the study, and data were analyzed using simple averages. Results Indicated moderate levels of perceived commitment, job satisfaction, and engagement. It is concluded that, due to the moderate presence of these three connections, understanding potential sources of dissatisfaction is necessary to reinforce the teachers connection with the Federal Institute of Brasília - Campus Brasília. Additionally, there is a need to strengthen organizational policies and human resource management practices.