📄 Abstract
This study aimed to determine the significance of the relationship between professional leadership of school heads and teacher performance among 139 public elementary schools in the Davao de Oro Division. It employed a quantitative descriptive-correlational research design using a validated survey questionnaire administered to selected teacher-respondents. Findings revealed that the professional leadership of school heads was generally high, while teacher performance was assessed at a very high level. School heads were found to demonstrate strong leadership practices, particularly in strategic leadership and instructional focus, while teachers consistently exhibited effective instructional skills, subject mastery, classroom management, and positive rapport with learners. The results further revealed a strong and significant positive relationship between professional leadership and teacher performance, indicating that effective leadership practices contribute greatly to enhancing teachers’ effectiveness in schools. Moreover, professional leadership was found to significantly predict teacher performance, highlighting the important role of school heads in improving instructional quality and school outcomes. Based on the findings, the study recommended that school heads continuously strengthen their instructional leadership and stakeholder engagement practices, while teachers should actively participate in professional development activities to further enhance their competencies. Future researchers are encouraged to conduct similar studies using broader variables and mixed-method approaches to gain deeper insights into leadership and teacher performance in educational settings.
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📚 How to Cite:
Anthony A. Monsilagan , PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP OF SCHOOL HEADS AND TEACHER PERFORMANCE IN PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS OF DAVAO DE ORO DIVISION , Volume 13 , Issue 6, June 2026, EPRA International Journal of Environmental Economics, Commerce and Educational Management(ECEM) , Pages: 278 - 290 , DOI: https://doi.org/10.36713/epra28462