Managing Female Educators in School Education

Authors

  • V Basil Hans research professor at Mangalore's Srinivas University.

Keywords:

Women teachers, school education, educational administration, gender equity, leadership practices, work-life balance, and professional development

Abstract

Women make up a large part of the teaching staff in schools, but their job experiences are often affected by gendered expectations, institutional limitations, and difficulties in balancing work and family life. This study analyses the administration of female educators in the educational sector, emphasising leadership methodologies, organisational regulations, and workplace cultures that affect their recruitment, retention, performance, and career advancement. Using existing research and frameworks for educational management, the study points out important problems such as gender bias in leadership roles, unequal workloads, limited access to professional development, and how family responsibilities affect teachers' work lives. The article says that to manage women teachers well, leaders need to be aware of gender issues, organisations need to be supportive, work practices need to be flexible, and decisions need to be made in a way that includes everyone. Schools can improve work satisfaction, professional advancement, and the overall efficacy of the institution by creating fair and supportive settings. The results show that school leaders and legislators need to use management practices that are comprehensive and inclusive, taking into account the unique demands and contributions of female teachers in the classroom.

Published

2026-04-29