Margaret Sims

Publication Date

4-1989

Advisor(s) - Committee Chair

M.D. Richardson, H.D. Cline, J.L. Flanagan

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Degree Program

Educational Leadership

Degree Type

Specialist in Education

Abstract

The instructional supervisor has a tremendous impact on current and future educational programs; however, little demographic or attitudinal data was available concerning these educators. A survey instrument was designed, field tested and mailed to all instructional supervisors in Kentucky as identified by state department of education records.

A sufficient response allowed statistical inference to the entire population.

The respondents had approximately ten years experience as an instructional supervisor. Respondents reported that they were satisfied with their jobs. The major constraints on the supervisor were too many responsibilities and lack of time. The respondents were almost equally divided between male and female, but were almost exclusively white.

The supervisors attended conventions, typically state, and read the major educational journals. Most obtained their graduate degrees from state universities although many attended private undergraduate institutions. They entered the profession to be of service by improving conditions for education and exhibiting leadership.

Most of the supervisors worked in small school districts and were responsible for supervisory activities in grades K-12. Almost 85 percent of the supervisors plan to retire in the next ten years and almost 50 percent plan to retire in the next five years.

Disciplines

Education | Educational Administration and Supervision

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