The Role of Principal Leadership and Teacher Performance in Enhancing Student Competitiveness at MTs Negeri 1 Empat Lawang

Neni Misna Yuningsih

Penulis

Neni Misna Yuningsih Universitas PGRI Palembang Author

Kata Kunci:

Principal leadership, teacher performance, student competitiveness, educational quality, madrasah education

Abstrak

This study aimed to examine the role of principal leadership and teacher performance in enhancing student competitiveness at MTs Negeri 1 Empat Lawang. A descriptive qualitative approach with a field study design was employed. The participants included the principal and teachers selected as key informants. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation, and were analyzed using an interactive data analysis model. The findings indicated that transformational and supportive leadership practices contributed to strengthening instructional management and academic supervision. Teacher performance was reflected in the implementation of competency-based learning and student development activities. These practices were associated with improvements in students’ academic and non-academic achievements. The study concluded that effective leadership combined with consistent teacher performance supported the development of a more competitive educational environment within the madrasah.

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