Keywords
Educational HRM;
Systems Theory;
Professional Development;
Teacher Collaboration
Abstract
This study explores the theoretical foundations and strategic integration of teacher team construction and educational human resource management (HRM). It examines how HRM practices—including recruitment, allocation, professional development, performance evaluation, and incentives—can enhance teacher team cohesion, instructional quality, and organizational performance. Drawing on systems theory, teacher effectiveness theory, resource dependence, and stakeholder perspectives, the study highlights the interdependence of structural, relational, and contextual factors in optimizing teacher teams. Conceptual models illustrate how strategic HRM aligns with school objectives to foster collaboration, professional growth, and equitable distribution of resources across diverse educational settings, including urban and rural schools. Although primarily theoretical, the analysis provides actionable insights for educational administrators and policymakers. The study also identifies directions for future empirical research to validate these frameworks and assess their impact on teacher retention, team stability, and overall educational effectiveness.
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