Teachers are a key component in the educational process and play a strategic role in determining the quality of learning in elementary schools. Good teacher characteristics, such as a mature personality, discipline, responsibility, creativity, and communication skills, are crucial factors in creating a conducive learning environment. Furthermore, teachers are required to possess competencies encompassing pedagogical, professional, personality, and social competencies, as mandated by national education standards. This study aims to describe teacher characteristics and analyze the competencies required to improve the quality of learning in elementary schools. The method used is a literature study, reviewing various scientific sources, such as books, journals, and relevant laws and regulations. The results show that positive teacher characteristics and comprehensive competency mastery significantly influence the effectiveness of the learning process, increase student learning motivation, and achieve optimal learning outcomes. Teachers with good characteristics and competencies are able to design, implement, and run learning effectively according to student needs. Thus, teacher characteristics and competencies are fundamental factors in improving the quality of learning in elementary schools.
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