Journal of Educational Management Research
Vol. 4 No. 5 (2025)

Leadership as a Catalyst: Promoting Teacher Mental Health and Well-being in Islamic Education

Lukman (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
08 Aug 2025

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the transformational leadership role of Madrasah Heads in supporting teachers' mental health in MAN I Plus Skills Bengkalis. This issue is relevant considering psychological challenges such as stress and burnout are often faced by educators. Using a qualitative approach and a single-case study design, this study examines the leadership practices that directly impact teachers' mental well-being from the perspective of their personal experiences. In-depth interviews with madrasah heads and teachers, as well as document analysis, reveal that effective leadership is characterised by three main strategies: serving as a mentor and emotional supporter; fostering a participatory and collaborative work environment; and establishing policies that promote work-life balance. These findings confirm that leadership interventions focused on the humanitarian and psychological aspects have a significant impact on increasing teacher motivation, resilience, and job satisfaction. Implicitly, this study recommends that education leaders adopt a holistic approach that prioritizes the psychological well-being of teachers, ultimately improving the quality of teaching and the sustainability of educator professionalism.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jemr

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Subject

Humanities Education Social Sciences

Description

Journal of Educational Management Research is an international peer-reviewed journal which publishes original and significant contributions to educational management, administration, and leadership, in its broadest sense, from all over the world. This includes primary research projects in schools ...