INVESTIGATING THE INTERPLAY BETWEEN PART-TIME WORK, ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENT, AND ENGLISH PROFICIENCY AMONG EFL STUDENT’S : A NARRATIVE INQUIRY

Adina Ayu Harwinda

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Abstract : This study examines the impact of part-time employment on academic engagement and English language proficiency among English education students. In the modern era, many university students engage in non-academic activities, including employment, which can affect their academic skills and academic performance. Previous research shows that students' main motivations for working part-time include financial and experiential factors, which are often related to basic needs and self-development. However, balancing work and study can be stressful and negatively impact mental health, further affecting academic performance.

This study explores the experiences of English education students, who work part-time as teachers while also acting as students. In this study, the researcher used the narrative inquiry research method. Participants taken in this study are 2 students of English education, Islamic University of Malang. Data collection from this study was taken from in-depth interviews with participants. The interview results showed that despite initially having low English proficiency, both experienced significant improvements in speaking, writing, and reading skills after teaching. Through analysing the experiences of working students, this study found that although many felt stressed, some students were able to maintain or even improve their academic grades thanks to work experience. Good self-management, including motivation, organisation and self-control, is crucial for success in both roles. The findings provide insights for educational institutions to improve support for working students and design curricula that are more responsive to the challenges they face. In addition, this study explores the strategies students use to balance academic and work commitments, which is an important area for further study.

Keywords: Part-time Job, Academic Engagement, English Language


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