Assessment of The Management Practices of Secondary School Head Teachers Associated with The Performance of The Teachers in The Division of Rizal

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This study assessed the management practices of secondary school head teachers associated with the performance of the teachers in the Division of Rizal. This study aimed to answer questions such as the demographic profile of the respondents, how do the teachers and the Head Teachers assess themselves in their management practices and what is the assessment of the respondents on the level of teachers' competencies.

METHODS

This study employed a descriptive method. It used a researcher-made questionnaire to generate data. It was used to gather relatively limited data from relatively large number cases. The purpose was to gather information about the variables under the study. Survey research generally served the purpose of describing prevailing conditions; characteristics of a group of people or objects; opinions, attitude and impressions of people. Data gathering was done in a purposive manner.

RESULTS

Based on the findings of the study, the respondents are mostly 35-41 years of age. Majority of respondents have masteral units and have been in the service for 8-14 years. Most of the respondents’ rank is Teacher I. The Head Teachers' self-assessment in managerial planning, organizing, leading, and controlling is very highly effective. Assessment of the teachers on the level of teachers' competence on the mastery of the subject matter, understanding the learner, applying principles and methods of teaching, understanding and taking pride of teaching, and general understanding of other branches and field of knowledge is always observed. The respondents have a very satisfactory rating.

DISCUSSIONS

School heads should integrate activities involving performance of the administrators' functions to increase the subordinates' awareness on the importance of management practices. They should also look deeply into their employees' welfare by effecting improvement along the areas where they manifested dissatisfaction. Teachers should be encouraged to pursue higher studies to help themselves progress, personally and professionally. They should be more enterprising and independent to know the ins and outs of the situation of teachers. Teachers’ work motivation and job satisfaction should be enhanced because it is closely linked to the success of teachers in the task.