חוויות רגשיות ומשאבי התמודדות של מורות ערביות המלמדות בבתי ספר יהודיים בעקבות אירועי שבעה באוקטובר ומלחמת ישראל-חמאס 2023

This study uses the salutogenic model to examine how Arab female teachers working in Jewish schools in Israel cope with the aftermath of the October 7th events and the "Swords of Iron" war. The research, based on 15 semi-structured interviews conducted during the first months of the war, focused on the teachers' emotional experiences and their coping resources. The findings indicate that while they faced challenges from both staff and students, they also received significant support resources from the school principal, educational counselor, and school staff. The teachers developed coping strategies, including cautiousness and restraint, and adopted a new identity to deal with identity confusion and conflicts. The research reveals an interesting process of motivational change: from external motivation initially to internal and autonomous motivation over time. Beyond teaching, the teachers saw themselves as ambassadors of Arab society. The study emphasizes the need for specialized training programs and mentor teachers to support this population during crisis situations. The practical implications also include recommendations for supporting teams that integrate Arab teachers in Jewish schools. Keywords: Arab teachers in Jewish schools, October 7th events, salutogenic model, "Swords of Iron"