Abstract:
The primary aim of this research was to examine the impact of leadership style on teachers' job
satisfaction in secondary schools located in Jigjiga city. To achieve this, a mixed-methods
explanatory design was employed, integrating both quantitative and qualitative research approaches.
The study utilized a combination of primary and secondary data sources to ensure a comprehensive
analysis. A convenience sampling method was used to select teachers from the secondary schools in
Jigjiga. Out of a total population of 200 teachers, 160 questionnaires were distributed, with 153
valid responses (95.6%) included in the analysis. Quantitative data were analyzed using SPSS
software, version 26, employing descriptive statistics such as frequencies, means, and standard
deviations, alongside multiple regression analysis to identify relationships between leadership styles
and job satisfaction. The findings revealed a significant relationship between teacher job satisfaction
and two leadership styles: transformational and laissez-faire. Notably, transformational leadership
was found to have a stronger and more positive impact on job satisfaction compared to laissez-faire
leadership. Additionally, the study identified transformational leadership as the most prevalent
leadership style among school leaders in Jigjiga. Based on these findings, the researcher
recommends that secondary school leaders in Jigjiga adopt a transformational leadership approach
to enhance teacher job satisfaction, foster a more motivated workforce, and ultimately improve
institutional performance
