The Influence of Transformational Leadership on Job Performance of Teachers in Kamphaengphet Province: The Mediating Role of Intrinsic Work Engagement

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Sudarat Jangthong
Anu Jarernvongrayab

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          The purpose of this study is to examine the indirect influence of transformational leadership on  job performance of teachers in Kamphaengphet Province, with work engagement as mediator. The participants of this study were 370 teachers in Kamphaengphet Province. Data were analyzed by using simple regression analysis. The results of the study indicated that some parts of transformational leadership have influenced on job performance of the teachers through significant work engagement. Findings of this research can be applied to improve transformational leadership among school administrators, which in turn, enhances job performance and work engagement of teachers.

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