The Relationship between Emotional Leadership and Retention Intention of Preschool Teachers in Private Kindergartens: Mediated by Organizational Commitment

Authors

  • Jing-yu Xiu 1 Shan Dong Yingcai University, Jinan, China; 2 Qilu Normal University, Jinan, China; 3 Stamford International University of Thailand, Bangkok, Thailand
  • Dongling Zhang
  • Yuna Yao

Keywords:

Emotional leadership, Organizational commitment, Retention

Abstract

The study employed questionnaires on emotional leadership, organizational commitment, and retention to investigate the relationship between emotional leadership, organizational commitment, and retention among 380 preschool teachers in private kindergartens. The research findings indicate a positive correlation between emotional leadership and both organizational commitment and retention. Organizational commitment serves as a significant mediator between emotional leadership and retention. Emotional leadership can enhance retention , both directly and indirectly through organizational commitment. Demographic characteristics of the preschool teachers in private kindergartens were considered to understand the sample features. The results highlight the crucial role of emotional leadership in fostering organizational commitment and enhancing retention among preschool teachers, providing a theoretical basis for improving their job satisfaction and stability. Additionally, this study offers practical guidance for administrators of private kindergartens, suggesting that by cultivating and enhancing the emotional leadership of preschool teachers, their commitment to the organization can be strengthened, which further enhances retention, reduces staff turnover, and ensures stable and continuous improvement of educational quality. 116-128 The Relationship between Emotional Leadership and Retention Intention of Preschool Teachers in Private Kindergartens Mediated by Organizational Commitment 下载 Pages: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Share this: Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook

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Published

2024-06-04

How to Cite

Xiu, J.- yu, Zhang, D., & Yao, Y. (2024). The Relationship between Emotional Leadership and Retention Intention of Preschool Teachers in Private Kindergartens: Mediated by Organizational Commitment. Communication & Education Review, 5(4), 116–128. Retrieved from https://masonpublish.org/index.php/the-communication-education-revi/article/view/962

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