This qualitative exploratory study investigated how leaders establish trust among their faculty to reduce higher turnover and increased stress. The study was motivated by the observed leadership problem and its failure to foster trust within public elementary schools, leading to detrimental outcomes for faculty and students alike. Guided by the central research question, "What are the experiences of elementary school leaders in building trust with their faculty in the state of Georgia to reduce higher turnover and increased stress?" A qualitative exploratory design, using a semi-structured interview data collection method to collect in-depth information from 12 elementary school educators. The study identified six key themes that encapsulate the multifaceted nature of trust-building efforts within school leadership: positive leadership practices, support for professional growth, teacher empowerment, recognition of challenges, shared vision and goals, and collaborative problem-sharing. These themes highlighted the importance of communication, leadership support, empowerment, acknowledgment, alignment, and participation in fostering a trustful school environment. Central to these findings was the role of authentic leadership, which emerged as a crucial factor in building trust. Authentic leadership, characterized by transparency, ethical behavior, and genuine relationships, significantly enhanced faculty members' trust levels (Gardner et al., 2020). Findings from this study have significant implications for practice in educational leadership. They suggest that school leaders should prioritize authentic leadership practices, support professional growth, empower teachers, recognize and address challenges, and work towards a shared vision to create a conducive environment that will reduce turnover rates and alleviate stress among faculty members. Such practices are likely to enhance job satisfaction and improve collaboration. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]