The Mediating Effect of Job Satisfaction on the Relationship between Transformational Leadership and Organizational Commitment

This study determined the mediating effect of job satisfaction on the relationship between transformational leadership and organizational commitment among public-school teachers in the Division of Davao del Sur. Using a non-experimental quantitative research design, the study employed descriptive-correlational techniques and statistical tests, including mean, pearson r, and sobel z test. Data were gathered using structured questionnaires distributed to a sample selected through stratified random sampling, ensuring representation from various schools within the division. The findings revealed notably high levels of transformational leadership, organizational commitment, and job satisfaction among the teacher-respondents. Results indicated correlations between transformational leadership and both organizational commitment and job satisfaction, as well as a significant correlation between job satisfaction and organizational commitment. Moreover, job satisfaction was found to have a partial mediating effect, as demonstrated by the Sobel Z test. These findings align with Social Exchange Theory, highlighting how transformational leadership positively influences job satisfaimpacts organizational commitment. This research provides valuable insights into leadership dynamics, emphasizing the critical role of transformational leadership in fostering enhanced employee attitudes and commitment within educational settings.