Grit, Emotional Intelligence, and Teacher Job Satisfaction: A Conceptual Framework for Enhancing Professional Well-Being and Sustainability

Teacher job satisfaction is a critical determinant of professional commitment, instructional quality, and longterm retention in the teaching profession. In light of increasing concerns about burnout and attrition, there is a growing need to explore internal psychological resources that promote resilience and well-being among teachers. This conceptual paper integrates two significant psychological constructs—grit and emotional intelligence—to examine their potential influence on teacher job satisfaction. Drawing on contemporary educational psychology literature, the manuscript proposes a conceptual framework illustrating the direct and interactive relationships among grit, emotional intelligence, and job satisfaction, while also acknowledging the role of organizational factors. The paper concludes with implications for teacher education, professional development, and future empirical validation through quantitative research designs.