Ethical Leadership of School Administrators of Jaturamitr School Group under Tak Primary Educational Service Area Office 1

Abstract

        The purposes of the research were to 1) investigate the conditions of ethical leadership of school administrators of Jaturamitr School Group under Tak Primary Educational Service Area Office 1, and 2) explore the approaches to ethical leadership of school administrators of Jaturamitr School Group under Tak Primary Educational Service Area Office 1. The research population and the data source were 164 teachers, school administrators, and experts of academic year 2022. The research instruments used to collect data were questionnaires and interviews. The statistics used in data analysis were percentage, mean, standard deviation, and content analysis.

          The findings of the research indicated that; the ethical leadership practices of school administrators of Jaturamitr School Group under Tak Primary Educational Service Area Office 1; as a whole and each aspect, were at the high level. In terms of the approaches to ethical leadership of school administrators of Jaturamitr School Group under Tak Primary Educational Service Area Office 1, they were as follows; 1) for the four sublime states of mind or the four principles virtuous existence–Brahmavihara 4, the school administrators should show love and goodwill, be sincere and willing to help each other, and neutral, including focusing on non-discrimination. 2) In terms of the four foundations for accomplishment–Iddhipada 4, the school administrators should love what they do, be determined and dedicated, responsible, and careful at work constantly. 3) For the four virtues for a good household life–Gharavasa-Dhamma 4, the school administrators should be sincere, speak seriously, be patient and not be discouraged, sacrifice, be generous, and also control their emotions. 4) In terms of the four Sangahavatthus – Sangakahavatthu 4, the school administrators should be willing to help others and polite, encourage each other, completely pass on knowledge, and behave appropriately, including being consistent people.