Enhanced Instructional Supervisory Plan for School Heads

This study examined the instructional supervisory support practices of school heads and the corresponding experiences of teachers in a public secondary school, with the goal of developing an Enhanced Instructional Supervisory Plan. Anchored on the Philippine Professional Standards for School Heads (PPSSH), the study focused on eight domains related to teaching and learning processes. A Research and Development (R&D) design was employed, complemented by an embedded mixed-method approach integrating quantitative and qualitative data. A total of 49 teachers participated in the survey, while five teachers were selected for in-depth interviews. Additionally, three expert validators assessed the developed supervisory plan. Quantitative findings revealed that instructional supervisory support practices of school heads were generally rated as very satisfactory across all domains, indicating consistent guidance, monitoring, and support. However, qualitative results highlighted that supervisory practices were often general in nature, with limited specificity, resources, and actionable strategies. Teachers frequently relied on their own initiative and professional judgment in implementing instructional practices, suggesting a gap between supervisory intent and practical application. Based on these findings, an Enhanced Instructional Supervisory Plan was developed to address identified gaps and strengthen instructional leadership. The plan was evaluated by experts and obtained high validity ratings in terms of content, relevance, usability, acceptability, and appropriateness. Overall, the study underscores the need for more structured, resource-supported, and context-responsive supervisory practices. The proposed plan provides a practical framework to improve instructional supervision, enhance teacher performance, and ultimately contribute to better teaching and learning outcomes in public secondary schools.