Troop Positions

Instructor

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.

Advisor: Assistant Scoutmaster

Reports to: Assistant Senior Patrol Leader

Specific Duties:

  • Teaches basic Scouting skills in Troop and Patrols.
  • Sets a good example.
  • Enthusiastically wears the Scout uniform correctly.
  • Lives by the Scout Oath and Law.
  • Shows Scout spirit.

Participate in a conference with your advisor midway through your tenure to discuss and evaluate your responsibilities and the performance of your duties. (Note: You can still have a conference with your advisor at any time. If you feel like having a discussion, just ask.)

Resources: As Troop Instructor, there are many resources available to you to help you do your job. These include people such as your Scoutmaster, ASM’s, Troop Committee Members, and other Scouts. Other resources include teachers, religious leaders, community leaders, and fellow junior leaders. There is also literature available, some of which is in the Troop Library.