The Influence of Leadership Style, Spiritual Concepts, and Madrasah Principals’ Performance on the Work Motivation of Teachers at State Madrasah Aliyah Across Banten Province

Abstract

This research examines how leadership style, spiritual values, and the performance of madrasah principals affect teachers’ work motivation in State Islamic Senior High Schools (Madrasah Aliyah Negeri) across Banten Province. Leadership effectiveness and the integration of spiritual principles are considered important elements in shaping a positive organizational climate that can encourage teachers to enhance their motivation and professional commitment. In the context of Islamic educational institutions, leadership that combines managerial capability with spiritual orientation is expected to foster stronger dedication and responsibility among teachers in carrying out their educational roles. The study applied a quantitative approach using a survey design. The population consisted of 1,252 teachers working in State Madrasah Aliyah throughout Banten Province. From this population, 100 teachers were selected as respondents through proportional sampling techniques. Data were gathered using structured questionnaires and were analyzed with statistical procedures, particularly multiple regression analysis, to identify the relationships among the variables. The findings reveal that leadership style has a positive and significant influence on teachers’ work motivation. The application of spiritual concepts in madrasah leadership also contributes to strengthening teachers’ intrinsic motivation. Furthermore, the performance of madrasah principals plays an important role in encouraging teacher motivation. Collectively, these three factors significantly influence teachers’ motivation to perform their duties effectively, which ultimately supports the improvement of educational quality in Islamic schools.