Building Resilience among Pre-Primary School Teachers in Conflict Situation in Niger State

Abstract

The study identified factors that enhances resilience among Pre-Primary School Teachers in conflict situations and also determined the impact of building of resilience among Pre-Primary School Teachers in conflict situations in Niger State. A total of 80 respondents were used for the study. Two research questions guided the study. The study employed survey research design with thirty five item statements to elicit information from the respondents. The findings of the study indicated that development of secured relationships, willingness to accept change, self-control and engagement in recreational activities, personal competence of the teacher, involvement in sports by the teacher, the level of positive self-esteem developed by the teacher, teachers control of emotions, self-discipline and development of trust within and outside the school among others are factors that can enhance resilience building among pre-primary school teachers. The impact of these factors on the building of resilience among pre-primary school teachers were highlighted and recommendations made.