The Strategic Role of The Principal in Implementing Guidance and Counseling to Strengthen Teacher Performance at the Ar-Rasyid Foundation in Tanah Bumbu District

Teguh Riadi; Jarkawi; H. Madinah

doi:10.53797/icccmjssh.v4.sp.25.2025

Authors

Teguh Riadi Universitas Islam Kalimantan Muhammad Arsyad Al Banjari Banjarmasin, Kalimantan Selatan, INDONESIA
Jarkawi Universitas Islam Kalimantan Muhammad Arsyad Al Banjari Banjarmasin, Kalimantan Selatan, INDONESIA
H. Madinah Universitas Islam Kalimantan Muhammad Arsyad Al Banjari Banjarmasin, Kalimantan Selatan, INDONESIA

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53797/icccmjssh.v4.sp.25.2025

Keywords:

Principal, guidance and counseling, teacher performance, ar-rasyid foundation

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the strategic role of school principals in the implementation of guidance and counseling (BK) to improve teacher performance at Ar-Rasyid Foundation, Tanah Bumbu Regency. The research method used a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through interviews, observations, and documentation studies. The results showed that the principal acts as a motivator, supervisor, and facilitator in the implementation of guidance and counseling, which has a positive impact on improving teachers' pedagogical and psychological competencies. The findings reinforce the importance of collaboration between principals and counseling teachers in creating a conducive educational environment.

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