Guidelines for development of the professional standards administrators According to iddhipãda 4 of school administrators under the chainat primary educational service area office

Abstract

This Research Article study consisted of the following: 1) examine the current state of school administration practices based on professional standards for administrators in the operational of school administrators under the Chainat Primary Educational Service Area Office; and 2) propose strategies for developing school administrators according to the principles of the iddhipãda 4 of school administrators under the Chainat Primary Educational Service Area Office. The study employs a mixed-methodology approach, incorporating both quantitative and qualitative research methods. The research instruments include questionnaires and interview guidelines. The sample consists of 322 school administrators and teachers from schools under the Office of Chai Nat Primary Educational Service Area, with nine key informants participating. Statistical analyses include frequency, percentage, mean ( ), and standard deviation (S.D.). From the study, the following results have been found 1)that the overall mean and standard deviation of the administrative practices based on professional standards in the operational domain were high (mean = 4.02). Specific standards were ranked as follows: Standard 1 academic activities for professional development in educational administration achieved the highest mean (  = 4.24, S.D. = 0.79), followed by Standard 12 creating developmental opportunities in all situations,(  = 4.14, S.D. = 0.85), Standard 10 Seek and use information for development, (   = 4.13, S.D. = 0.86), Standard 9 collaborating constructively with communities and agencies, (   = 4.11, S.D. = 0.86), Standard 11 being a leader and developing leadership,(   = 4.11, S.D. = 0.85), Standard 2 Decide to carry out various activities by considering the consequences for the development of community learning personnel (  = 4.03, S.D. = 0.85), Standard 5 Develop and use management innovations to gradually produce higher quality work (  =4.02, S.D. = 0.83), Standard 7 Systematically report the results of educational quality development (   = 3.94, S.D. = 0.88), Standard 6 Perform organizational tasks with an emphasis on lasting results    (   = 3.93, S.D. = 0.89),  Standard 8 Act as a good role model (   = 3.93, S.D. = 0.88), Standard 3 Commit to developing colleagues to be able to work to their full potential (   = 3.85, S.D. = 0.89), and Standard 4 Develop organizational plans that can be implemented and produce actual results (   = 3.83, S.D. = 0.88), respectively.  2) The guidelines for development of the professional standards administrators according to iddhipãda 4 of school administrators under the Chainat Primary Educational Service Area Office Standard 3: Focus on fostering staff potential by recognizing exemplary performance and adhering to ethical and regulatory standards to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in line with principles of good governance. Standard 4: Develop actionable organizational plans through the application of the iddhipãda 4 principles, emphasizing satisfaction, perseverance, clear responsibilities, and strategic alignment with organizational needs. Standard 6: Emphasize sustainable organizational operations, continuously adapting to current circumstances and fostering a culture of ownership, self-improvement, and appreciation for achievements. Standard 8: Encourage exemplary conduct by recognizing outstanding civil servants annually, promoting professional stability, and advancing the quality of education.