Resumen en inglés

In contemporary educational settings, developing teachers' leadership abilities is essential for responding to new challenges and enhancing student learning. Leadership today involves collaboration and the capacity to empower both educators and students. This paper analyzes leadership in the field of education, with a focus on the role of future teachers as leaders in schools. Drawing on Daft’s leadership framework—specifically transformational leadership—it explores the assumptions that influence teacher leadership today, emphasizes the importance of empowerment, and considers the implications for the future of educational practice.