Instructional Leadership and Financial Management on Teachers' Job Satisfaction

This study examined the relationship between instructional leadership and financial management on teachers’ job satisfaction within the 3rd Southern District Schools of Bukidnon. Using a descriptive-correlational design, 250 teacher- respondents were surveyed to assess levels of instructional leadership and financial management, determine job satisfaction levels, and explore their interrelationships. Results indicated no significant correlation between instructional leadership and job satisfaction. However, financial management—particularly financial planning and financial behavior—showed significant predictive relationships with job satisfaction, with financial planning as the strongest predictor. The findings highlight the importance of equipping educational leaders with financial management competencies alongside instructional strategies to enhance teacher satisfaction.