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Title: The Role of Inclusive Leadership by Rectors in the Context of Teachers' Job Satisfaction at Chinese Universities
Language: English
Authors: Wenwei Zhu, Ke Zhu
Source: International Journal of Disability, Development and Education. 2026 73(4):725-740.
Availability: Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 16
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Inclusion, Leadership Styles, College Faculty, Correlation, Job Satisfaction, College Administration, Well Being, Family Work Relationship, Rewards, Scheduling, Work Environment, Interaction, Positive Reinforcement, Teacher Responsibility, Faculty Development
Geographic Terms: China
DOI: 10.1080/1034912X.2025.2559592
ISSN: 1034-912X
1465-346X
Abstract: The importance of inclusive leadership in increasing job satisfaction among university teachers remains understudied on an empirical level. This study aimed to explore the relationship between inclusive leadership and job satisfaction among Chinese university teachers. The main goal was to assess how the inclusive leadership of university rectors affects various aspects of job satisfaction among teachers. The study employed a quantitative approach using the Inclusive Leader Scale (ILS) and the Job Satisfaction Scale (JSS) to collect data from 50 rectors and 500 teachers from 50 universities in China. The results revealed a significant positive correlation between ILS scores and all JSS subscales. This correlation suggests that inclusive leadership is closely associated with higher job satisfaction. The strongest correlation was found between ILS scores and subscales related to colleagues, family and work balance, and additional benefits. In addition, there were significant correlations between the JSS subscales, indicating that various aspects of job satisfaction are interrelated and collectively contribute to teachers' overall job satisfaction. The study highlights the crucial role of inclusive leadership in increasing job satisfaction in higher education. We recommend implementing programmes focused on inclusive leadership skills, as they can significantly increase job satisfaction among teachers.
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