Abstract:
This qualitative study examines the leadership good qualities of the head teacher as a delegated instructional supervisor in the school. Data were collected from the 10 teacher -participants using in person interviews and questionnaires. Thematic analysis revealed eleven themes from the participants' responses to the five questions- (1) staff development, (2) curriculum development, (3) instruction development, (4) personal qualities, (5) professional qualities, (6) social qualities, (7) motivator, (8) morale upliftment, (9) work optimism, (10) work commitment, (11) personal empowerment. Themes 1 to 3 are from the responses of the participants on how they are being supervised by the head teacher. Themes 4 to 6 deal with the good leadership qualities of the head teacher. Themes 7 to 9 show about how the head teacher inspired the teachers to improve their work performance. Themes 10 to 11 categories of participants' responses to their realizations on the good leadership qualities of the head teacher. Results show that a good head teacher oversees the three areas to be developed namely staff, curriculum, and instruction. Moreover, an inspiring head teacher possesses the personal, professional, and social qualities of a good leader. A good head teacher motivates and empowers subordinates through building morale and positivity.
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