Аннотация
Annotation.This article considers especially the development of teachers' professional competencies needed to manage the innovation environment.The study was carried out in order to develop the main directions of teachers' professional competencies development, which can provide effective management of innovation environment in secondary educational institutions.The main provisions and aspects of formation of teachers' knowledge and skills necessary for the management of innovation knowledge and skills are considered.The level and perception of problems and importance of professional competencies among school teachers, which they need to improve innovation management, were evaluated.Their results showed: that school teachers feel the need to develop a number of key competencies for mastering modern technologies and using innovative teaching methods, as well as note the need for additional training and professional development for effective management of the innovation process.These indicators are confirmed by the opinions of school administrations, parents of pupils, high school students and IT specialists.Lack of equipment, lack of time and low technical support were identified as the main barriers to successful management of the innovation environment.A comprehensive system for the development of teachers' professional competencies focused on innovation management has been developed.Its implementation should allow teachers to more effectively implement innovative teaching methods and manage changes in school educational processes.