An Assessment of the Transparency, Ethical, and Accountable Governance (TEA) Practices among Elementary School Administrators in Nasugbu East District: Basis for an Enhancement of Leadership Skills

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Leadership is a process wherein an individual influence a group of individuals to achieve a common goal. Without effective leadership, an organization cannot achieve its vision, mission, and objectives.

METHODS

This descriptive research was conducted to assess and the governance practices of elementary school administrators in Nasugbu East District through Transparent, Ethical, and Accountable (TEA) Governance Practices. Eighteen (18) elementary school administrators in Nasugbu East District were purposively chosen as participants. Questionnaires, were used as the main data gathering instrument.

RESULTS

Results show that respondents' leadership skills were revealed to be practiced always. Particularly, school administrators always render regular and accurate financial reports on MOOE and other funds generated from other sources as this indicator ranked first. Results of the study also showed the positive impacts of TEA governance practices as perceived by the respondents. It was also found out that there was no significant relationship between the respondents' assessment of their TEA governance practices when grouped according to profile variables. The impact of TEA governance practices was revealed to be positive; thus, this may be applied by school administrators in their leadership practice. The proposed action plan had identified the areas of concern based on the self-assessment of the respondents. It was designed to enhance their leadership skills through TEA governance practices.

DISCUSSIONS

Based on the findings cited, it is concluded that through consistent practice of TEA Governance Practices leadership skills can be improved. The action plan may be adapted and implemented to enhance leadership skills.