THE ROLE OF THE LEADER IN THE ADAPTATION OF NOVICE TEACHERS IN THE TEACHING PROCESS IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS

The research "The role of the leader in the adaptation of novice teachers in the teaching process in primary schools" is a study with a mixed approach. The purpose of this research is to highlight the adaptation of teachers in the teaching process in the first years of work, to identify the challenges they have and the most common form of support from the leader in order to adapt more easily. The research is mixed, we are dealing with quantitative and qualitative data. Qualitative data were collected through interviews with principals, while quantitative data through a questionnaire with teachers. The population of this research includes all novice teachers of primary school in the Municipality of Vushtrri. Statistical data on the number of schools and teachers were borrowed from the Municipal Directorate of Education in Vushtrri. From the schools with novice teachers, 12 schools were selected with a non-random sample, more specifically with the quota sampling based on the largest number of novice teachers hired. From them 12 leaders and 30 teachers were elected. The data were analyzed through the SPSS statistical package, mainly descriptive analyzes (frequency, percentage, average and standard deviation) and inferential analysis (t-test) and for qualitative analysis thematic analysis was performed. The results of this research show the challenges and activities that the principal undertakes to support novice teachers to overcome the challenges, which are mainly related to time and classroom management, parent meetings and pedagogical planning. From the results obtained we can say that there is little principal support for novice teachers. Novice teachers after two years of work experience feel more relaxed, more confident and have more confidence in their professionalism.