Methodical Work in Preschool Education as a Means of Forming the Leadership Competence of Educators

The article addresses the topical issue in pedagogical theory and practice concerning the formation of competencies in pedagogical workers. One of the key competencies is the leadership competence of preschool educators, which ensures the teacher’s ability to be an authority within the pedagogical team, to initiate innovations, to communicate effectively, and to make responsible decisions. The article defines methodical work in preschool education as one of the means of forming leadership competence. Methodical work creates conditions for professional growth, experience exchange, and the implementation of innovative approaches. The paper highlights that one of the important directions of methodical work is the creation of a developmental environment that fosters an atmosphere of trust, partnership, openness to change, and support for the professional growth of each educator. Leadership competence, as an integrated characteristic of a teacher's personality, encompasses the ability to initiate changes, work in a team, make responsible decisions, and remain open to new ideas and methods. It is methodical work that creates favorable conditions for the development of these qualities by involving educators in professional dialogue, reflection, creative self-expression, and cooperation.