Article
The influence of workload, social support, and job satisfaction on teachers' performance during the implementation of the Merdeka curriculum at SMP Negeri 7 Kendari
Jurnal HOMANIS: Halu Oleo Manajemen dan Bisnis, Vol. 3 No. 3 (2026), hlm. 814–829
Abstrak
This study aims to analyze the influence of workload, social support, and job satisfaction on teacher performance during the implementation of Kurikulum Merdeka at SMP Negeri 7 Kendari. The implementation of Kurikulum Merdeka requires teachers to adapt to a more flexible and student-centered learning system, making it essential to understand the factors affecting teacher performance in this context of change. This research employed a quantitative approach with a survey method. The research population consisted of all 37 civil servant teachers at SMP Negeri 7 Kendari, all of whom were used as respondents (census). Data were collected through a Likert scale questionnaire and analyzed using multiple linear regression analysis with SPSS version 25. Validity testing used Pearson correlation, and reliability testing used Cronbach's Alpha. Hypothesis testing was conducted using the F-test (simultaneous) and t-test (partial). The results show that: (1) Workload, social support, and job satisfaction simultaneously have a positive and significant effect on teacher performance; (2) Workload does not have a significant effect on teacher performance; (3) Social support has a positive and significant effect on teacher performance; (4) Job satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on teacher performance. This study concludes that social support and job satisfaction are key factors in improving teacher performance during the implementation of Kurikulum Merdeka. It is recommended that schools strengthen social support through effective communication and teamwork, and increase teacher job satisfaction through appreciation, professional development opportunities, and creating a conducive work environment.