The Principal’s Managerial Leadership Role in Improving Teacher Performance at SDN 2 Lembak

Dwi Wulandari

Authors

Dwi Wulandari Universitas PGRI Palembang Author

Keywords:

Problem-Based Learning, Capital Market, Economics Education, Critical Thinking.

Abstract

The principle is essential to improving educational standards since it is the primary manager of all school resources, especially human resources. The purpose of this study was to examine and characterize the managerial function of the principal in raising teacher performance at Sekolah Dasar Negeri 2 Lembak. This study used a case study design and a qualitative methodology. Purposive sampling was used to choose informants, who included four teachers (representing senior and junior staff), the vice-principal for curriculum, and the principal of the school. In-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation analysis were used to gather data. Data analysis methods (data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing/verification) were based on the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña. The results show that the principal carries out all fundamental managerial duties (POAC) in an efficient manner. The creation of the School Work Plan (RKS) and collaborative, data-driven needs analysis for teacher professional development (KKG) serve as examples of the planning function. Clear task organization, equitable instructional time distribution, and effective resource management are all examples of the organizing function in action. Creating a great work environment, consistently motivating employees, and exhibiting democratic leadership are all ways to carry out the Actuating role. Systematic academic supervision, followed by follow-up and constructive criticism, is how the controlling function is carried out. Higher professional discipline, better classroom management, and enhanced instructional planning (RPP) are all indicators of increased teacher performance that are directly correlated with these integrated managerial initiatives.

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