The Role of Emotional Intelligence and Self-Efficacy of Teachers

Background and Objective: the role of education and teachers is undeniable in human societies. The theories of emotional intelligence and self-efficacy assume that beliefs of individuals on their skills and abilities optimally influence their performance and enable them to take the best decision on the most difficult conditions and unpredictable situations. The purpose of this study was to examine the role of EI and self-efficacy of teachers. Materials and Methods: this study used a descriptive-correlational methodology. The samples included 345 teachers who were selected by proportional-to-size stratified sampling by Cochran’s formula. Bar-On’s EQ-i and Schwartzer’s GSE were used to evaluate teachers. Results: data analysis and statistical calculations revealed a significant and positive correlation between EI and self-efficacy of teaches. On the other hand, EI and self-efficacy of teachers considerably influence students. Conclusion: as the findings suggest that, positive teacher-student interactions reduce the symptoms of disorders and behavioral problems of students. Primary school teaching is the most important profession in the world; thus, teaching is a great responsibility which should not be considered as a mere job.