Digital flexibility and work-life balance among women educators: A Post-COVID HRM review

The COVID-19 pandemic changed how people work, and schools across India had to shift to online teaching quickly. This study examines the impact of the digital shift on the work-life balance of women educators in India. It also explores whether schools and colleges helped women teachers adapt to online work through supportive HR policies. Using data from recent reports and studies, the paper finds that although digital teaching gave some flexibility, like saving travel time and choosing teaching schedules, it also created new problems. Many women faced more housework, stress, and lack of support, especially in government and rural schools. The study shows that digital work alone is not enough. Without strong support from schools and fair policies, women educators struggle to manage both work and home. The paper ends by giving suggestions to improve digital access, make HR policies more supportive, and help women grow in their careers.