Linking School Heads’ Transformational Leadership to Teachers’ Job Performance: Shared Instruction Goal Achievement

Abstract

This study assessed the status of transformational leadership in relation to teachers’ job performance at Basak Elementary School, North District, Mandaue City Division during School Year 2025–2026. It aimed to determine how school heads' leadership styles influenced teacher effectiveness and to provide a basis for developing a Transformational Instructional Leadership Plan. The study found that both school heads were female, aged 51 to 60, and held master’s degrees, reflecting strong academic preparation for leadership roles. All four dimensions of transformational leadership—Inspirational Motivation, Idealized Influence, Intellectual Stimulation, and Individualized Consideration—were perceived by respondents to be practiced to a greater extent. School heads consistently inspired teachers to achieve shared goals, modeled high ethical standards, encouraged innovation and critical thinking, and provided individualized support for teachers’ growth. These findings indicated that school heads effectively embodied the essential traits of transformational leaders. In terms of teacher performance, respondents perceived that job performance was also carried out to a greater extent across key indicators. Lesson planning was consistently structured and aligned with learning objectives, classroom management was effective and supportive of a positive learning environment, and monitoring and evaluation practices were systematically applied to assess student progress and adjust instruction accordingly. The study established a significant relationship between transformational leadership and teacher job performance, suggesting that leadership behavior positively impacted teaching effectiveness. The study recommended the implementation of a Transformational Leadership and Job Performance Integration Plan to enhance leadership practices, improve instructional delivery, and foster continuous school improvement.