<![CDATA[Early childhood is a crucial phase in the formation of human character because at this stage all aspects of development, such as cognitive, social, emotional, moral, and spiritual, develop rapidly and fundamentally. In early childhood education, teachers play a central role not only as instructors but also as role models who shape children's character through daily interactions. However, in practice, early childhood education is still dominated by female teachers, while the presence of male teachers is still limited due to social stereotypes in society. This condition creates a research gap regarding the contribution of male teachers in children's character development. This study aims to describe and analyze the role of male teachers in the character development of children aged 5–6 years at RA Al Khairiyah Tanjung Aji. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with field research methods. Data were collected through observation, structured interviews, and documentation with research subjects consisting of the head of RA, one male teacher, and 12 children selected by purposive sampling. Data analysis was carried out through data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions using an inductive approach. The results of the study show that male teachers play a role as educators, teachers, and class leaders who contribute to the development of children's character, especially in the aspects of honesty, politeness, and empathy, although the development is not yet completely consistent in all children.]]>
