Praca nauczyciela w dynamicznym systemie edukacyjnym: między autonomią a kontrolą, między wyzwaniami a relacjami
Teaching in a dynamic educational system: Between autonomy and control, between challenges and relationships

Summary/Abstract: The Polish education system is undergoing profound transformations that significantly affect teachers' daily work, well-being, and the quality of interpersonal relationships in schools. The aim of this study was to explore the subjective experiences of secondary school teachers in Poland, with particular focus on changes in school climate and their impact on the sense of professional purpose and value. The study involved 22 Polish language teachers working in variously sized towns and cities. A qualitative research approach was adopted, using semi-structured individual interviews conducted remotely between March and June 2022. The findings reveal a growing sense of overload, organizational chaos, weakened professional agency, and deteriorating interpersonal relations within schools. Participants also pointed to the exacerbating effects of global crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine, which intensified feelings of professional isolation and disconnection. Teachers emphasized the importance of soft skills and relational competence in adapting to the changing educational environment. The study concludes with a call for urgent revision of educational policy, reduction of bureaucracy, meaningful inclusion of teachers in systemic discussions, and support for the development of a relational, trust-based, and collaborative professional culture that can help restore the prestige and sustainability of the teaching profession.

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