PRINCIPAL'S LEADERSHIP IN IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF EDUCATION

Abstract

The quality of education that is still at a low level requires school principals to act as architects of change, with roles that are carried out optimally to encourage overall quality transformation. The objectives of this study are: (1) how is the leadership role of the principal in improving the quality of education in SMAS Putri Al-Azhar Gondang Wetan Pasuruan (2) what are the factors that support and hinder it? The method used in this research is qualitative with the type of phenomenology. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews and documentation. Data were analyzed with Milles and huberman analysis. Data validity by triangulation The results showed: (1) Principals are effective in carrying out their roles as educator, manager, administrator, supervisor, leader, innovator, motivator, figure, mediator. (2) Supporting factors include various supports such as adequate learning facilities, conducive school environment, and giving rewards and reprimands by effective principals in improving teacher performance. The inhibiting factors include the principal's difficulty in changing the mindset of some teachers to follow the development of technology as a learning medium.