The Motivational Factors on Teacher Performance in Senior Secondary Schools in Western Rural District, Sierra Leone

Abstract

This research aims to investigate the Motivational Factors on Teacher Performance in Senior Secondary Schools in Western Rural District; Sierra Leone. The study employed a descriptive survey research design. The target population was 319 respondents, comprising 29 principals and 10 teachers from each school. Stratified random sampling was used to select schools that participated in the study. Simple random sampling was used to select the principals and teachers. The sample size was 177 respondents, comprising 12 principals and 165 teachers. The study used questionnaires for the teachers and interview schedules for the school principals as research instruments.

The study established that teaching load, working conditions, salary and remuneration, reward, and recognition had a positive and significant effect on teacher performance in government-assisted senior secondary schools in the Western Rural District of Sierra Leone. The study recommends emphasizing the importance of teacher evaluation to enhance classroom practice, recognize teachers’ work, and help teachers and schools identify professional development opportunities. Use well-trained professional and administrative staff to help reduce the burden on teachers. Provide better facilities at schools for staff preparation and planning.

Keywords: Motivational Factors ,Teacher Performance, Senior Secondary Schools , Western  Sierra Leone