The Degree of Importance of the Criteria for the Selection of School Principals from the Point of view of Educational leaders

Abstract

Abstract: The study aimed to identify the criteria that must be met when selecting school principals as well as the degree of importance of these criteria from the point of view of educational leaders in Irbid Governorate in Jordan. The study sample consisted of 130 educational leaders working in schools in the Irbid Governorate. A questionnaire was employed to achieve the study objectives. The results showed that the criteria that school principals must have are: characteristics and personal traits; basic and pedagogical skills; work experience; and educational qualifications. It was also found that there were no statistically significant differences in the responses of the study’s sample with regard to the importance of the criteria to be met when selecting school principals in light of gender and experience variables.

(Keywords: Selection Standards, School Principals, Education Administration, Degree of Importance)