Adaptive Competencies and Contingency Leadership Practices towards Organizational Performance in Public Elementary Schools

Abstract

The study emphasizes the necessity of preparedness and adaptability in addressing the diverse challenges confronting educational systems, particularly in the Philippines. It underscores the importance of understanding and learning from the adaptive competencies and contingency leadership approaches of school principals in the face of various adversities, ranging from digital disparities to environmental crises. Proactive management is highlighted as essential for anticipating and mitigating potential risks, ensuring the continuity of learning amidst uncertainty and change. The researcher aimed to discover the the respondents’ perception towards the adaptive competencies, contingency leadership approaches and organizational performances of public elementary school heads in Lucena West District. Descriptive-correlational research, which aims to describe the relationship between two or more variables without proving causality and effect, was used by the researcher. Using this approach, the researcher was able to use random sampling to determine the important role of school leaders' adaptive competencies and contingency leadership practices towards organizational performance. The researcher also observed and identified the factors and problems that exist within the target locale and among the respondents through 4-point Likert scale questionnaire. In conclusion, the school leaders exhibit adept adaptive learning competencies, including emotional intelligence and organizational justice, vital for addressing educational complexities. They demonstrate strong contingency leadership, fostering positive relations and clear task structures. Effective leadership, supportive environments, staff development, and community partnerships contribute to positive organizational performance, ensuring satisfactory educational outcomes. It is best to continue including enhancing leadership development, fostering collaborative leadership, clarifying task structures, investing in staff development, strengthening community partnerships, and implementing regular monitoring and evaluation processes.