Date of Award

2026-05-01

Degree Name

Doctor of Education

Department

Educational Leadership and Administration

Advisor(s)

Rodolfo Rincones

Abstract

This study examines how principals and school librarians understand and define the role of the school librarian with the K-12 school system. Guided by Role Conflict Theory, the study explores how differing expectations regarding instructional support, leadership, collaboration, and library management contribute to role ambiguity and professional tension. As the responsibilities of the school librarian continue to expand, inconsistencies in how the role is perceived may influence both professional relationships and the effectiveness of the library programs themselves. Using semi-structured interviews with both principals and school librarians, the study investigates areas of alignment and conflict in participants' perceptions of the role. Through qualitative data analysis, the research identifies themes related to professional identity, organizational expectations, and leadership perspectives. The findings aim to contribute to the literature on school librarianship and educational leadership by offering insight into how role expectations are constructed and negotiated within the school environments.

Language

en

Provenance

Received from ProQuest

File Size

101 p.

File Format

application/pdf

Rights Holder

Ruby Shivery

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