THE PERSONALITY OF A TEACHER - MOTIVATIONAL LEADER AS A GUARANTEE OF PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS OF A HIGHER EDUCATION STUDENT

Abstract

DOI: https://doi.org/10.26565/2074-8922-2025-84-34

Purpose. The main purpose of the study is to theoretically investigate the personality of a teacher - a
motivational leader as a guarantee of professional success of a higher education student.
Methods. To achieve the goal and solve the tasks, a set of complementary general scientific and
empirical methods was used, in particular: synthesis, analogy, comparison, collation, generalization,
classification, systematization; analysis of psychological, pedagogical, methodological literature.
Results. The leadership of the future will require teachers to use their influence much more frequently to
bring about the changes needed for successful learning. The rapid pace of change, a deeper understanding of
human behavior, and the need to create a receptive learning environment that allows for experimentation and
rapid development of new ideas, require an ecosystem where people feel safe to learn and are motivated by
inspiration to achieve exceptional teaching and learning outcomes. Inspired learners gain the energy and
fortitude to overcome the inertia and fears that hold them back. Theoretically, the research is based on theories of
motivation, as motivation is a factor that influences performance. It is emphasized that leadership motivation
is often debated: are great leaders born with the ability to inspire, or can they learn the necessary skills? While
some people are naturally charismatic and influential, motivating others is a skill that can be developed through
experience, training and self-awareness. The importance of the teacher as a motivational leader is substantiated,
which lies in understanding human behavior and learning how to create an environment in which students feel
the desire to succeed. Based on the analysis of scientific information sources, it was determined that motivation
can be cultivated through conscious practice. Research on how to motivate people shows that leaders who
actively develop emotional intelligence, communication skills and strategic thinking become more effective in
inspiring, and that natural traits such as empathy, confidence and resilience play a role in how easily someone
can motivate others. It has been proven that motivation is not purely innate - it can be honed through training and
application in the real world. While some may need more effort to master how to motivate their students, anyone
willing to learn and apply the right methods can become a motivating leader. With the right mindset andpreparation, leadership motivation is an ability that can be both developed and strengthened over time.
Conclusions. The main conclusion of the study is that the personality of a teacher as a motivational
leader influences students. National policies can foster innovation by supporting teachers as leaders and
providing them with the necessary knowledge on how to use motivation to achieve the best results in higher
education.

In cites: Andronchyk Y. M. (2025). The personality of a teacher - motivational leader as a
guarantee of professional success of a higher education student. Problems of Engineering Pedagogic
Education, (84), 392-402. https://doi.org/10.26565/2074-8922-2025-84-34 (in Ukrainian)