PRINCIPAL'S LEADERSHIP STRATEGY IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TEACHER PROFESSIONALISM

Abstract

This study aims to determine the implementation of the principal's strategy in developing teacher professionalism, teacher professionalism is needed to obtain good quality output. This research is motivated by the importance of education in supporting the future development of the nation and developing the potential of students in facing global competition. The method used in this research is a qualitative case study approach. Sources of data obtained from teachers, data collection through observation, interviews and documents. Data analysis used qualitative data analysis model of Miles and Huberman. The results of this study reveal that the principal's strategy in improving teacher professionalism is carried out through; (1) formulating school planning and development (2) improving teacher work discipline, both in terms of learning, administration, and behavior; (3) conducting regular academic supervision; and (4) collaborate with supervisors, committees, parents, and government agencies.