The Role of Motivation in Mediating the Influence of the Work Environment on Teacher Performance at SMA Negeri 1 Bandar Bener Meriah Regency

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of motivation in mediating the influence of the work environment on teacher performance at SMA Negeri 1 Bandar Bener Meriah Regency. The background of this research is based on the phenomenon that although some teachers have worked in a conducive environment, performance has not been fully optimal, so it is suspected that motivation has an important role as a mediating variable. The research method used is a quantitative approach with an explanatory research design. The research population is all teachers at SMA Negeri 1 Bandar Bener Meriah Regency, and sampling was carried out using census techniques. The research instrument is a questionnaire with a Likert scale, which has been tested for validity and reliability. Data analysis used Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) based on Partial Least Squares (PLS). The results of the study show that the work environment has a positive and significant effect on teacher performance, both directly and indirectly through motivation. Motivation has been shown to be a partial mediating variable that strengthens the relationship between the work environment and teacher performance. These findings emphasize the importance of creating a conducive work environment while maintaining teacher motivation so that performance can be optimal.