Transformational Leadership and Teacher Performance: A Case Study of High Schools in Aceh Selatan

Hendri Azhar; Ismail Ismail; Nasir Usman

doi:10.55927/esa.v4i2.31

Authors

Hendri Azhar Universitas Syiah Kuala, Banda Aceh
Ismail Ismail Universitas Syiah Kuala, Banda Aceh
Nasir Usman Universitas Syiah Kuala, Banda Aceh

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/esa.v4i2.31

Keywords:

Transformational Leadership, Teacher Performance, Educational Leadership, , School Culture, Resource-Limited Contexts

Abstract

This study explores the impact of transformational leadership on teacher performance in three high schools in Aceh Selatan, Indonesia, focusing on four key dimensions: idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, and individualized consideration. Using a qualitative case study approach, the research highlights how these leadership practices enhance teacher engagement, instructional innovation, and morale. Findings reveal that principals who embody transformational qualities foster a positive school culture, leading to improved teacher motivation and collaboration. However, challenges such as limited resources and resistance to change constrain full implementation. This study concludes with recommendations for strengthening transformational leadership in resource-limited contexts and suggests areas for future research, including longitudinal studies and broader stakeholder engagement to examine the long-term effects of transformational practices.

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