Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Systematic Review
Abstract: Aim of the Study: This study investigates the impact of principal leadership styles on teacher job performance in primary schools, focusing on how different leadership approaches: democratic, autocratic, laissez-faire, transformational, instructional, and moral affect teacher motivation, job satisfaction, and effectiveness. Methodology: The study employed a qualitative methodology, systematically reviewing literature from peer-reviewed journal articles, books, and educational reports. A thematic analysis was conducted to identify recurring themes and the effects of various leadership styles on teacher performance. Findings: The analysis reveals that transformational, democratic, and instructional leadership styles have the most positive impact on teacher performance, fostering a supportive environment that enhances motivation, professional growth, and student outcomes. Conclusion: The study concluded that leadership styles, especially transformational and democratic, play a pivotal role in shaping teacher performance, highlighting the need for school administrators to develop flexible leadership strategies that cater to the specific needs of their schools.
Author: Adanweli Abdullahi Ahmed
Institution: Somali National University
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4405236278