The Role of Scoutmasters in the Implementation of Scout Extracurriculars in Elementary Schools

Preliminary observations show that Scouting extracurriculars have not been implemented optimally. This study aims to describe the role of the Scoutmaster in the implementation of Scout extracurricular activities. The method used is descriptive qualitative with a phenomenological study approach. Informants in this study were school principals, teachers who were given additional assignments as Scoutmasters, and Scout coaches. Data collection techniques through interviews, observation, and documentation studies. The data analysis technique used is data collection, data condensation, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study concluded that the teacher's scout competence greatly influences the quality of scout extracurriculars. The competence of good scout teachers in managing scout extracurricular activities will also produce good output. The competence of scout instructors needs to go through the stages of the Scout Coach course process, at least Basic Wood Bagde Course so that they are more mature in managing Scout extracurriculars. Supporting factors for Scout extracurriculars include the support of the Principal as “Mabigus”, parents and student’s interests. Inhibiting factors are facilities and infrastructure, self-awareness of Scout teachers, administration, activity planning, and activity materials that are not sufficient to carry out Scout extracurriculars.