Family Resource Management Problems in Elementary School Education: A Case Study of Precarious Work Parents

Abstract

This study aims to look at how families manage their resources for their children's education in primary schools who do not have permanent jobs and are classified as low-income. The sample of 300 people was obtained through a random technique with data collection using a questionnaire and interviews. Research analysis using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with the help of the Lisrel 8.70 program. The results showed that the management of family resources is one of the variables that have a significant positive effect on the education of elementary school students. The findings recommended that the government aggressively campaign for the importance of children's education throughout the country, as well as continuously implement various policies issued, improve the leadership abilities of school principals, provide learning facilities, assist with school funding needs, provide textbooks, and others.