چکیده (انگلیسی):

Previous investigations have pointed out the unique and indispensable role that leadership styles play in
shaping the overall success and direction of an organization. Said styles are crucial in addressing the issues arising
from the growing organizational needs and human resource development. Interestingly, authentic leadership has been
identified as an effective form of management that can address organizational and societal problems. However, its
focus and application were mostly seen in the business context. Hence, the aim of the study is to examine the influence
of authentic leadership on subordinates’ trust and work performance in the context of school and school systems. The
result of the study provides some guideposts as to how the effectiveness of authentic leadership in the academic
environment can be realized by both budding and seasoned educational leaders in facing organizational challenges.
The study made use of quantitative approach and purposive sampling technique with a sample of 300 college teachers
from a reputable university in the Philippines. The data was examined using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM),
bootstrapping and Sobel test of significant mediation. The results of the study indicated that authentic leadership has a
positive effect on subordinates’ work performance directly and indirectly through its effect on subordinates’ trust. Also,
trust has a positive effect on work performance. Finally, the results of the study signify that authentic leadership has a
positive influence on both subordinates’ trust and work performance in educational organization.