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High school principals are organizational leaders that are critical to the pursuit of providing students a quality opportunity to learn. Impeding the attraction and retention of quality leadership is the thoughtful analysis of influences affecting the job satisfaction of the high school principal. This study used a mixed-method approach to data gathering. The quantitative method selected was survey research. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics by frequency distributions, percentages, means, and standard deviations. In addition, the five hypotheses were tested using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA). When the omnibus Fs indicated significance, Tukey's post-hoc tests were performed to determine which level/groups of the independent variables were significantly different. The second method used to gather data was qualitative techniques in research. A semi-structured interview of five Arizona high school principals was constructed based on the analysis of data derived from the quantitative survey. Results of the analysis suggested that being a high school principal in the State of Arizona can be an intrinsically, extrinsically, and generally satisfying job. In addition, results of this study suggest a significant relationship between high school principals' job satisfaction and the quality of their professional development. This project also revealed there was no significant relationship between job satisfaction and financial compensation. Future research should look to determine if quality professional development is defined as the current needs facing the high school principal, the lack of preparation individuals received prior to becoming a high school principal, or if quality professional development is significant because it provides high school principals the opportunity to develop relationships with colleagues outside of their individual school.
Given the magnitude and importance of the role of school principals, it is important to understand the factors which contribute to their administrative stress and job satisfaction. This study incorporated both qualitative and quantitative research methods to identify the current levels of administrative stress and job satisfaction, the effect that a principal's years of experience has on these levels, and the elements of the job that have the greatest effects on these stress and satisfaction levels.
Though traditionally responsible for school operations, assistant principals increasingly find themselves expected to provide academic leadership as students face a growing emphasis on academic performance. This timely book helps current and aspiring assistant principals implement best practices for their evolving roles, providing the knowledge and skills required to succeed in their schools. Coverage includes: Emphasis on competency-based leadership requirements Research-based models, tips, snapshots, best-practices, and recommendations Unique discussion of the assistant principal as a student advocate Organizational strategies, professional growth activities, and operational models for program implementation Specific leadership responsibilities for school climate, personnel administration, professional development, and performance appraisal Case studies and discussion questions to foster applied learning
This qualitative study explored the perceived rewards and barriers and the balance of these perceptions that contribute to job satisfaction among public elementary school principals and assistant principals. The study took place in 17 school districts in the South-Central region of Pennsylvania. The participants were elementary school principals and assistant principals currently serving in schools with students in grades kindergarten through sixth. The instruments used in this study were the Minnesota Satisfaction Questionnaire consisting of 20 Likert-type statement responses, three open-response questions, and individual interviews. Thirty-two administrators participated in the questionnaire and six administrators participated in the interviews. The results of this study suggest that the elementary school administrators in this region are generally satisfied with their jobs. The administrators reported the rewarding aspect of their job that was most important was the opportunity to help children learn and find success. The administrators also reported that a lack of support from supervisors and frustration due to staff issues were the two most important barriers to their job satisfaction. Participants reported that they achieved balance with the rewards and barriers by focusing on the rewards, such as working with children, rather than focusing on the barriers. Some administrators expressed that finding a balance was challenging.