The Teachers' Occupational Wellbeing Study

The Teachers’ Occupational Wellbeing Study examines Finnish teachers’ occupational wellbeing, along with its predictors and outcomes, using a comprehensive survey questionnaire. Attention is also given to demographic aspects, such as regional differences and variation across educational levels and institutions. The aim is to use the findings to inform interventions, teacher training, and policy development. The study began in spring 2020, at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, data have been collected biannually every spring and autumn. In addition, the collection of longitudinal data began in spring 2024. This design enables the examination of both general trends (cross-sectional data) and individual-level changes over time (longitudinal study). The survey data have been gathered in close collaboration with the Trade Union of Education in Finland (OAJ), consisting of responses from its members. The participants include teachers from across Finland and all educational levels. The study is currently part of and funded by the EDUCA Flagship. More information about the study and its results can be found on the EDUCA Flagship website and in the supporting materials provided on this page. The project is led by University Lecturer Lauri Hietajärvi ([e-mail]) from University of Helsinki, Finland, and managed by Olli-Pekka Heinimäki ([e-mail]) from the same university.