Administrative Burden and Academic Outcomes: Examining the Influence of Teachers’ Non-Instructional Duties on Learner Performance in Malapatan, Sarangani

Aim: This study aimed to examine the extent of administrative functions performed by public elementary school teachers and determine whether these functions significantly influence the academic performance of Grade 6 learners in District 1 of Malapatan, Sarangani Province.Specifically, it assessed teachers' involvement in paperwork and documentation, attendance in meetings and trainings, coordination with parents and stakeholders, and compliance with monitoring and reporting requirements.The learners' academic performance was measured through their Grade Point Averages (GPA) across core subjects for the school year 2023-2024. Methodology:The study employed a quantitative-correlational research design using a validated survey questionnaire administered to 132 teachers from 6 public elementary schools.Learner GPA data were obtained from official school records covering eight subject areas.Descriptive statistics and simple linear regression were used to analyze the data.Results: Findings revealed that teachers perform administrative tasks to a high extent, particularly in attending meetings and coordinating with stakeholders.Despite the significant administrative workload, the regression analysis showed no statistically significant relationship between the extent of teachers' administrative functions and learners' academic performance (F = 0.347, p = 0.800).This suggests that teachers may have developed coping strategies that allow them to manage both instructional and non-instructional duties without compromising student outcomes.Conclusion: While the findings support the resilience of teachers in balancing multiple roles, the study recommends a deeper investigation using individual-level data and a broader range of influencing factors.Strengthening support systems and consistently implementing workload-reducing policies remain essential to ensure that teachers can continue delivering quality education without the burden of excessive administrative demands.