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From Familiarity to Fresh Starts: Understanding the Transition Experiences of Teachers in New Schools

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  • Kesley Zoe D. Santiago

    (Faculty, Malaybalay City National Science High School, Department of Education)

  • James L. Paglinawan

    (Faculty, Central Mindanao University)

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This study explored the experiences of teachers who voluntarily transferred to Malaybalay City National Science High School to understand their transition experiences in a new school environment. Through descriptive phenomenology and thematic analysis of interviews with five teachers, the study identified reasons for transferring, challenges encountered, support systems received, and recommendations for future transferee teachers. Key findings highlight the importance of family and personal needs in transfer decisions, adjusting to a new environment as a significant challenge, the value of support systems in easing transitions, and the significance of building positive relationships and adapting to the new school culture. The research offered insights for schools to develop strategies that facilitate smoother transitions, improve teacher satisfaction, and enhance overall job performance.

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  • Kesley Zoe D. Santiago & James L. Paglinawan, 2025. "From Familiarity to Fresh Starts: Understanding the Transition Experiences of Teachers in New Schools," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(5), pages 599-604, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:issue-5:p:599-604
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    1. Sherwin L. Fernando, 2024. "Adjustment Process of Beginning Teachers to the School Environment," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 8(3s), pages 3424-3434, August.
    2. Elacqua, Gregory & Rosa, Leonardo, 2023. "Teacher transfers and the disruption of Teacher Staffing in the City of Sao Paulo," IDB Publications (Working Papers) 12702, Inter-American Development Bank.
    3. Jason A. Grissom & Susanna Loeb & Nathaniel Nakashima, 2013. "Strategic Involuntary Teacher Transfers and Teacher Performance: Examining Equity and Efficiency," NBER Working Papers 19108, National Bureau of Economic Research, Inc.
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