Enhancing Job Satisfaction in Teaching Through Effective Leadership and Management

The present study aimed to examine the relationship between effective leadership and management and the job satisfaction of teaching staff working in various degree colleges in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. A structured questionnaire was used, comprising three parts: demographic details, the Effective Leadership and Management Scale (ELMS), and the Job Satisfaction Scale (JSS). The study employed a quantitative, cross-sectional design, with data collected from 180 teacher educators across six degree colleges using an anonymous, closed-ended survey. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) was used to conduct data analysis. The results indicated that the average score for effective leadership and management was 2.9 ± 0.8, reflecting a moderate to high level of perceived leadership effectiveness. Similarly, the mean score for job satisfaction was 3.1 ± 0.9, suggesting very good satisfaction levels among the participants. A statistically significant positive correlation was found between effective leadership and management practices and overall job satisfaction. Specifically, higher scores in the dimensions of individuality, performance, and direction were strongly associated with greater satisfaction among teaching staff. The findings underscore the importance of empowering educators, promoting their well-being, and enhancing job satisfaction through the implementation of effective leadership and management practices. These should be considered a priority and strategic goal for educational administrators aiming to improve institutional performance and teaching quality.