Complex interplay between transformational leadership, teacher performance and systemic challenges

Abstract: This study explores complex interplay between transformational leadership, teacher performance and systemic challenges. Qualitative case study research design that emanates from constructivist worldview was employed to explore the complex interplay between transformational leadership, teacher performance and systemic challenges in Oshana Region in Namibia. Data was collected through interview schedule, field notes, open-ended questionnaire in which a criterion purposeful sampling technique was used to select 20 educational leaders from 20 schools. Data analysis was conducted through thematic analysis, typological analysis, and content analysis utilising Atlas.ti. The findings have established complex interplay between transformational leadership, teacher performance and systemic challenges, prevail leadership strategies used and complex interplay between them. School leaders should study and learn application of leadership strategies, apply them to optimise their success and enhance teacher performance which could results on student performance. School leaders should integrate element of leadership strategies to support teacher performance, enhance their job satisfaction and promote students success. Leadership strategies have the complex interplay on teacher performance which affects schools, teacher performance which could results in positive and negative student performance.   

Keywords: School performance, teacher performance, transformational leadership.

Title: Complex interplay between transformational leadership, teacher performance and systemic challenges

Author: Dr. Rehabeam K. Shapaka

International Journal of Novel Research in Education and Learning

ISSN 2394-9686

Vol. 12, Issue 4, July 2025 - August 2025

Page No: 20-36

Novelty Journals

Website: www.noveltyjournals.com

Published Date: 12-August-2025

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16813209

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