Indicators of Transcendent Leadership Among Educational Supervisors in the Directorate of Education in Tulkarm from Teachers' Perspectives (A Qualitative Study)

This qualitative study aimed to investigate the indicators of transcendent leadership among educational supervisors in the Directorate of Education in Tulkarm from the perspectives of teachers and to assess its influence on teachers' job performance and the overall educational environment. Utilizing grounded theory methodology, data were collected through in-depth, semi-structured interviews with a purposive sample of 15 teachers who had at least five years of professional experience. Thematic analysis was conducted using open, axial, and selective coding to extract key patterns and concepts. The findings revealed that transcendent leadership manifests through effective communication, emotional and professional support, and the incorporation of ethical and spiritual values such as justice and humility. The results also demonstrated a significant positive impact of transcendent leadership on teacher performance, job satisfaction, and creativity in pedagogical practices. Despite these benefits, supervisors encountered challenges related to administrative workload and limited resources. The study concludes by recommending enhanced administrative support, targeted training programs to foster transcendent leadership skills, and improvements in the educational work environment to achieve sustainable educational outcomes.