Perceptions of Teachers about Leadership Styles Require for Effective Educational Environment at Secondary Leve

The present study explores the viewpoints of teachers regarding various leadership philosophies that facilitate the establishment of good learning environments in secondary schools, with a particular focus on the Federal Government (FG) school system in Wah Cantt. Leadership has a big impact on school climate, teacher effectiveness, and student success. The study analyses the connections between various leadership philosophies (transformational, transactional, democratic, autocratic, and laissez-faire) and teacher motivation, job satisfaction, and student involvement. Data for the qualitative study design were gathered using semi-structured interviews and subjected to theme analysis. The population comprises 600-650 instructors of secondary schools in the FG system. To provide in-depth analysis, a sample of 26 teachers 9 male and 17 females were selected. Using phenomenological method, purposive study was applied to collect and analyze the data, then transcript was coded to identify major themes. The study findings highlight that teachers' performance is directly linked to the administrative leadership. Teachers claim that they need professional trainings to properly promote better education. Enhanced learning outcomes, engaged students, and improved teaching practices can result from educational initiatives that are specifically designed to support the leadership styles that are most beneficial to a school's atmosphere. The study also identifies preferences for leadership based on gender and suggests that male and female educators use different strategies to promote inclusive management. The study suggests that future researchers might explore the role of instructional technology at the secondary level.