The Risk of Burnout syndrome in Pre-School Teachers

This bachelor thesis deals with the burnout syndrome among teachers in preschools. The aim of this bachelor thesis is to determine the risks of burnout syndrome associated with the profession of a preschool teacher. The thesis consists of two main parts - theoretical and practical. The theoretical part describes the basic characteristics of burnout syndrome, its history, symptoms, causes, as well as treatment and prevention. The theoretical part of the thesis also includes the definition of professions that are most at risk of developing burnout syndrome. The practical part of the thesis deals with qualitative research. The methodology, process, and results of the qualitative investigation are presented. Data collection is carried out through semi-structured interviews with preschool teachers. The method of grounded theory is used for data analysis and evaluation. In conclusion, the results of the qualitative research are summarized. Based on the formulated theory, this thesis should lead the reader, particularly pedagogical and other professionals who are at increased risk of burnout syndrome and their families, to increase awareness of this current issue. It should encourage individuals to pay more attention and prevent this syndrome, not only in themselves but also in others