THE INFLUENCE OF THE PRINCIPAL’S DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP STYLE AND WORK ENVIRONMENT ON TEACHER PERFORMANCE

Authors

  • Andi Nur Asnani Nasmin Universitas Islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar
  • St. Syamsudduha Alauddin State Islamic University of Makassar
  • Mardyawati Alauddin State Islamic University of Makassar

Keywords:

Leadership Style, Democratic Leadership, Work Environment, Teacher Performance

Abstract

This study aims to examine the influence of the principal’s democratic leadership style and work environment on teacher performance at SMA Negeri 6 Makassar. The study employed a quantitative approach with a causal-associative research design. The sample consisted of 48 teachers selected using simple random sampling based on the Slovin formula. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using inferential statistics. The results revealed that the principal’s democratic leadership style had a positive and significant influence on teacher performance. Meanwhile, the work environment had a significant influence when examined separately but was not significant when analyzed simultaneously with the principal’s democratic leadership style. These findings highlight the importance of democratic leadership practices through open communication, teacher involvement in decision-making, and recognition of teachers’ contributions. In addition, schools need to foster a conducive work environment by providing adequate facilities and strengthening professional relationships. Future research is expected to examine other factors, such as work motivation, competence, and job satisfaction, to develop a more comprehensive understanding of efforts to improve teacher performance.

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2026-09-30

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