FACTORS INFLUENCING FEMALE TEACHERS’ DECISION TO BECOME SCHOOL PRINCIPALS: A STUDY OF SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN LAHORE, PAKISTAN

Abstract

This qualitative study was conducted to explore the factors that either facilitated or hindered the female teachers to become school principals. The sample included ten female school principals from ten different schools in district Lahore, Punjab province, Pakistan.  Data was collected using face to face semi-structured interviews. Thematic analysis was used to analyze data and find the major themes. The results revealed that factors like female role models, family structure, previous work experience, and passion for work were the major factors that influenced teachers’ decision to become school principals. The provides insights for prospective female teachers who are aspiring to become school principals.