The Troop Instructor
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Introduction: The Instructor teaches Scouting Skills. By accepting the Position of Troop Instructor, you agree to provide service and Leadership to your Troop. The responsibility should be fun and rewarding. This job description outlines some of the things you are expected to do while serving in this Leadership role.
| Appointed by: | Senior Patrol Leader |
| Advisor: | Assistant Scoutmaster for the First Year Program |
| Reports to: | Senior Patrol Leader |
Specific Duties:
- Teaches basic Scouting skills in the Troop and Patrols
- Sets a good example
- Enthusiastically wears the Scout Uniform correctly
- Lives by the Scout Oath and Law
- Shows Scout spirit
Resources: As Troop Instructor, there are many resources available to you to help you do your job. These include people such as your Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster’s, Troop Committee Members, other Scouts, and fellow Junior Leaders. There is also literature available, some of which is in the Troop Library.
Reviews: You should participate in a Conference with your Advisor midway through your tenure to discuss and evaluate your responsibilities and the performance of your duties. You may also schedule a Conference with your Advisor at any time. Just ask.
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