Professional values of generation Z teachers according to their personality types

Personality encompasses the whole of the characteristics that distinguish an individual from others. Theories related to personality have examined the factors that contribute to these differences, as well as the extent to which they influence the emergence and development of personality. Personality traits are influenced by various factors, including biological, familial, cultural, social, geographical, and physical influences. Personality theories suggest that the period in which individuals are born and live can play a determining role in shaping their personality. Factors such as political, social, economic structure, and technological advancements of a particular era can lead individuals of that period to possess similar personality traits. Each generation's personality traits lead to distinct expectations and professional values in the business life. This study aims to explore the relationship between the personality traits and professional values of Generation Z individuals who have recently entered the labourmarket. The "Big Five Personality Scale" was used to assess personality traits, and the "Work Values Scale" was used to measure professional values. The research focused on teachers, who are among the professionals with the greatest impact on the upbringing of future generations. A survey was conducted on 276 Generation Z teachers in the province of Gümüşhane. The collected data was analyzed using SPSS 22.0 and AMOS 25 software, employing correlation analysis, linear regression analysis, frequency analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, independent samples t-test and ANOVA test. The study found a significant relationship between the personality traits and professional values of Generation Z teachers. Keywords: Personality Types, Professional Values, Teachers, Generation Z