Investigating the impact of training programs on work-life balance of women teachers in secondary schools using PLS-SEM approach

The primary aim of this study is to investigate the factors influencing work-life balance among women teachers in secondary schools, with a focus on the role of training programs, emotional intelligence, stress management and supportive work environments. A cross-sectional research design was employed, and data were collected from 422 women teachers in Durg district, Chhattisgarh, using an online survey during period July to December 2023. Through Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) analysis, the study found that high-quality training programs play a significant role in enhancing work-life balance, with emotional intelligence and stress management acting as crucial mediating factors. Additionally, a supportive work environment was identified as a key moderator in the relationship between training programs and work-life balance. These findings highlight the importance of holistic approaches that integrate training programs, emotional intelligence development, stress management, and supportive work environments to foster a healthy work-life balance among women educators. The implications of these findings for policy and practice in the education sector highlight the necessity of investing in teacher development programs and organizational initiatives aimed at supporting teacher well-being.