Principal Leadership in Improving Teacher Discipline at Sigli 3 Public Elementary School and Block Sawah Public Elementary School, Pidie Regency

Abstract

Principal leadership is a pattern of consistent behavior shown by leaders when leaders try to influence the activities of others. Good school principal leadership must be able to strive for increased discipline for teachers and the school environment. The purpose of this study was to find out how the principal's leadership in improving teacher discipline at SD Negeri 3 Sigli and SD Negeri Blok Sawah, Pidie Regency. This study used a qualitative approach with a descriptive research type. Data collection techniques using observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis technique used is descriptive qualitative analysis with data reduction techniques, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. Based on the research findings, it was found that: (1) Programs that are planned and carried out to improve teacher discipline include: setting rules, teaching discipline, learning planning discipline, learning implementation discipline, learning evaluation discipline; (2) The principal's strategy in improving teacher discipline is by: providing motivation, setting a positive example, admonishing (punishment) and give gifts (reward) for disciplined teachers, make direct observations during learning and extracurricular activities, then evaluate teachers by providing criticism and suggestions at teacher coordination meeting forums and conducting performance appraisals; and (3) Obstacles to school principals in improving teacher discipline, namely: lack of motivation in increasing discipline, distance and travel time to school, lack of family support, and the presence of some people who are less sensitive to reprimands and input.