Article Code: 5245001 Authors: Berondo, Ronilo Title: Teachers’ Research Engagement And Challenges: Bases For Mentoring Program Journal: JOURNAL OF BUSINESS LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT Volume: 1 Year: 2023 Issue: 2 Article Number: 5245001 URL: https://guinnesspress.org/publication/journal/jblm/5245001 ISSN: 2995-620X Abstract: This Study Examines The Difficulties Teachers Have When Engaging In Research And Provides A Foundation For Creating A Mentorship Program At The Department Of Education In The Schools Division Of Capiz Specifically In The Districts Of Tapaz East And West. The Study Looks At The Respondents’ Sociodemographic Characteristics, Amount Of Involvement In The Study, And Difficulties Experienced In Both Qualitative And Quantitative Research. Data Were Gathered Using A Researcher-Made Questionnaire And A Descriptive Study Approach. One Hundred Permanently Hired Teachers From The Tapaz East And Tapaz West Districts Of The Capiz Schools Division Were Among The Respondents; They Were Chosen By Purposive Sampling. The Results Show That Many Instructors Showed A High Degree Of Research Involvement, Demonstrating Their Dedication To Professional Growth. However, Students Also Had To Deal With A Number Of Difficulties, Including An Increased Workload, A Loss Of Free Time, Writing Anxiety, And A Lack Of Resources And Help From The School. A Mentorship Program That Focuses On Efficient Task Management, Time Allocation For Research, Writing Support, School Support, Research Training, Cooperation And Networking, As Well As Assessment And Feedback, Is Advised To Solve These Issues. The Quality Of Education May Be Improved By The Department Of Education By Adopting This Mentorship Program And Encouraging A Research Culture Among Teachers. The Study’s Conclusions And Suggestions Add To The Body Of Information On Instructors Who Engage In Research And Give Other Educational Institutions Advice On How To Set Up Successful Mentorship Programs. DOI: 10.59762/jblm845920461220231206111454