The Implementation of Principal Leadership Styles in Shaping School Culture and Enhancing Teacher Motivation at SD Negeri 104 Palembang

Dwi Sartika  Sari

Authors

Dwi Sartika Sari Universitas PGRI Palembang Author

Keywords:

Principal Leadership Style, Teacher Motivation, School Culture, Democratic Leadership.

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to provide a detailed account of how the principal's leadership style was used at SD Negeri 104 Palembang to improve teacher motivation and school culture. The case study method was used to conduct the research using a qualitative approach. Teachers, education professionals, and school principals were among the research informants. Interviews, observations, and documentation methods were used to gather the data, which was then subjected to a qualitative descriptive analysis that included data reduction, data presentation, conclusion drawing, and verification. The study's findings demonstrate that school administrators use a democratic leadership style, which is demonstrated by leaders and teachers having open, participative, two-way communication. This leadership fosters a positive school culture that emphasizes the principles of accountability, discipline, mutual assistance and gratitude for accomplishments. Increased teacher motivation is a result of a supportive school culture, as seen by the strong sense of teaching, teamwork, and professional accountability. Overall, the study comes to the conclusion that democratic leadership approaches are crucial for fostering a positive school culture and boosting teacher motivation. In order to foster a positive work atmosphere and raise the standard of instruction in primary schools, inspirational and participatory leadership is essential.

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