Competences of the school manager committed to democratic and participative management

Abstract

This article aims to address the skills expected for a manager in the development of their attributions, as well as highlighting the role of the school manager in different dimensions. The study adopted a methodological approach of a qualitative nature, being developed through a bibliographical and documental research, from which it became evident what scholarly theorists in the area and national guidelines signal about competences and the role of school manager regarding the demands that arise in the position of school principal/manager. The results achieved showed that for the development of the actions of a school manager/director, it is necessary that he, in his performance, be able to develop the skills that involve prior knowledge necessary for his role and that meet the essential skills and attitudes for the practice of this professional. The study also showed that the role of the school manager is complex, who must know how to trace the necessary strategies in view of the objectives and goals to be achieved, and together with the leadership to manage the different types of management that exist within the school. it is necessary to have prior knowledge to know how to manage the teaching and learning process.