Examining the Impact of Transformational Leadership on Teacher Motivation

Ma. Enone Datulayta Sale; Marly Boy Garcia Lugsanay; Libly Tampus Generaole; Orlee Teresa Yu Laroda

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i02.71071

Examining the Impact of Transformational Leadership on Teacher Motivation

Author(s)	Ms. Ma. Enone Datulayta Sale, Mr. Marly Boy Garcia Lugsanay, Ms. Libly Tampus Generaole, Ms. Orlee Teresa Yu Laroda
Country	Philippines
Abstract	This study examined the relationship between transformational leadership and teacher motivation among public elementary and secondary school teachers in rural communities. In many public schools, especially in far-flung areas, teachers struggle with limited resources, weak morale, and a gradual loss of enthusiasm for teaching. Some have stopped attending training, preparing instructional materials, or engaging in classroom activities, while others have been influenced to do the same. At the same time, school heads, burdened with multiple trainings and administrative tasks, often have little opportunity to closely supervise or inspire their teachers. These realities highlight the need to revisit leadership that uplifts and reawakens teacher motivation. Anchored on Bass and Avolio’s Transformational Leadership Theory (1994) and Ryan and Deci’s Self-Determination Theory (2000), the study employed a descriptive–correlational design involving 80 teacher-respondents. Data were collected using a six-point Likert-scale questionnaire and analyzed through mean, standard deviation, and Pearson’s Product-Moment Correlation. Findings revealed high levels of both transformational leadership and teacher motivation, with a strong and positive relationship between the two variables. The study shows that the highest-rated aspects of transformational leadership clear vision, recognition, collaboration, and genuine concern most strongly drive teacher motivation. These practices inspire teachers to go beyond routine duties with enthusiasm and commitment. When leaders lead with purpose and compassion, they create schools where both teacher growth and student learning truly flourish.
Keywords	teacher empowerment, instructional influence, professional engagement, motivation drivers, leadership behavior
Field	Sociology > Education
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 2, March-April 2026
Published On	2026-03-15
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i02.71071

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