The purpose of this study was to investigate principal selection decisions made by teachers (N = 169) serving on school councils. Analysis involved a between-within split-plot factorial design. The dependent variable was teacher rating of a principal candidate. The between-groups factors were teacher-dominant work value and school level. The within-groups factors were principal-dominant work value and principal job attributes. Teachers preferred candidates with whom they shared a dominant work value. Elementary and middle school teachers preferred candidates oriented toward instructional leadership. High school teachers preferred candidates oriented toward management. Findings suggest teachers participating in principal selection decisions may need training in personnel selection practices.
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