Headteacher's Leadership Styles and Organizational Commitment of Teachers in Primary Schools in Bitooma Sub-County, Bushenyi District

This study investigates the relationship between leadership styles and teacher commitment in primary schools within Bitooma Sub-County. Utilizing a sample size of 107 teachers and 8 headteachers, data was collected through interviews and questionnaires. Results indicate a strong positive correlation between transformational leadership and teacher commitment, while transactional leadership shows a moderate positive correlation. Conversely, laissez-faire leadership demonstrates a negative correlation with teacher commitment. Regression analysis confirms the significant impact of transformational leadership on teacher commitment, highlighting the importance of leadership style in fostering teacher dedication and retention.