Home⇛Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal⇛vol. 25 no. 10 (2024)

Qualities and Attributes of School Heads in Selected School in the Division of Tanauan City

Gladys Negulo | Orbel Canoy

Discipline: Education

 

Abstract:

School leaders today must possess a diverse skill set to effectively navigate and lead in the complex educational landscape. Their impact on the educational system is substantial, requiring strong communication abilities, decision-making skills, self-management, drive for progress, effective time management, and dedication. To provide effective leadership in such a diverse system, school leaders require impressive skills. This study delves into the key qualities and attributes of school heads to identify what makes an effective leader in education. A self-developed questionnaire on qualities and attributes was administered to the respondents, revealing that both administrators and teachers hold similar opinions about the qualities and attributes of successful school leadership. The findings also suggest that school heads and teacher-respondents attributes have high significant relationships to their qualities. Educators and school administrators concur on the qualities that define good school leadership, emphasizing the importance of excellent leadership attributes in school heads. Given the significant degree of expectations between teachers and school administrators indicates a shared vision for effective leadership within educational institutions.



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