Community schools are considered as the base of school education. Various efforts have been made for the advancement of the situation of community schools in Nepal. However, there is a query in the significant progress in students’ achievement. Therefore, this study entitled “The existing level of teachers’ commitment for performing in community schools in Lalitpur district'' investigated the three levels of teachers’ commitments such as commitment towards organization, towards profession, and towards students’ learning. To achieve this, the study adopted quantitative research design followed by the survey method. The respondents consisted of 226 teachers working in the various community secondary schools (n=45) in Lalitpur district. The data obtained was processed using SPSS-15 and then analyzed employing descriptive statistics. The findings were then interpreted and discussed linking with literature, theories and my personal experiences, and reflections. The findings of the study highlighted that the level of commitment among the teachers was high. It contributes to the enhancement of an educational institution by encouraging head teachers and teachers’ to create a more effective and viable institutional environment. Similarly, cordial relationships among the stakeholders are a must for academic enhancement. This study also contributes to school leaders to ensure better academic performance, teachers’ commitment, and demonstrate their transformational and pedagogical leadership capacity.
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