<![CDATA[This research aims to analyze the multidimensional role of teachers in developing the character of elementary school students through Social Studies learning (IPS). The study was conducted using a literature review method on scholarly articles from Google Scholar for the period 2019–2025. The results indicate that teachers play a central role as agents of character transformation, functioning across five main dimensions: (1) as a contextual idol who models positive values in daily interactions; (2) as a value integrator who creatively internalizes moral, social, and citizenship values into IPS materials through systematic lesson planning (RPP), innovative methods (project-based learning, simulations), and character-based media such as digital comics; (3) as a character habituation facilitator through structured routines (such as 3S, religious activities, and flag ceremonies) that create a consistent environment for value internalization; (4) as a facilitator of social skills and care through collaborative learning and real social projects; and (5) as a responsible digital literacy guide in the technological era. However, the effectiveness of this role faces challenges such as an excessive focus on cognitive aspects, limited competency in character-based pedagogy, and external environmental influences. Therefore, systemic support is needed in the form of continuous teacher competency improvement, value-oriented flexible curricula, and strong synergy between schools, families, and communities. In conclusion, IPS learning facilitated by teachers with multidimensional roles and supported by a collaborative ecosystem serves as a strategic vehicle for shaping a future generation that is not only academically intelligent but also strong in character, integrity, and social care.]]>
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