Impact of Servant Leadership in the Educational Management of School Administrators on Teacher Effectiveness in Sapang Dalaga District

This study explores the impact of servant leadership in the educational management of school administrators on teacher effectiveness in the SapangDalaga District. It examines how servant leadership dimensions—listening, empathy, healing, self-awareness, persuasion, conceptualization, foresight, stewardship, and commitment to growth—affect various aspects of teacher effectiveness, including professionalism, subject matter knowledge, and relationships with students. A descriptive-correlational design was employed, involving school administrators and teachers in the district. Data collection utilized validated survey instruments, and statistical analysis identified relationships between servant leadership practices and teacher effectiveness. Findings reveal that servant leadership practices of school administrators were rated "Very High" across all dimensions, with the highest scores in empathy (3.72) and foresight (3.68). Administrators demonstrated strengths in fostering emotional support, long-term strategic thinking, and collaborative planning, though areas for improvement were identified in active listening during meetings and promoting teacher morale. Teachers exhibited "Very High" effectiveness, excelling in professionalism (3.60), subject matter knowledge (3.60), and fostering compassionate relationships (3.59). Notably, administrators’ servant leadership practices were significantly correlated with teachers’ effectiveness, emphasizing the importance of supportive leadership in enhancing educational outcomes. The findings underscore the critical role of servant leadership in promoting a positive educational environment. School administrators’ commitment to listening, empathy, and strategic foresight significantly influences teacher performance and relationships with students, suggesting that targeted improvements in specific leadership practices could further enhance teacher effectiveness.This study highlights the substantial impact of servant leadership on teacher effectiveness, advocating for the continuous development of school administrators’ leadership capacities to foster improved educational management and outcomes.