Personality Traits of Muslim Teachers: A Brief Overview

Abstract

Teachers are an essential asset in an educational institution. The attitude and behavior of Muslim teachers that do not reflect good Muslim personality will be an obstacle to the smooth process of teaching and learning. Therefore, this concept paper discusses the personality traits that every Muslim teacher should have to excel as an educator. Qualitative research methods through content analysis research design were used. Data collected from materials such as books, journal articles, proceedings, theses and dissertations were analyzed descriptively. This study touches on personality traits that have been documented by Islamic scholars. Although an in-depth study has not yet been conducted, the results of previous writings have found that the personality traits of effective Muslim teachers can still be observed. The personality traits of Muslim teachers from the point of view of Islamic scholars such as Imam Al-Ghazali, Imam Al-Nawawi, Imam Al-Ajurri, Imam Al-Mawardi and Imam Hasan Al-Banna can be summarized into four main elements: knowledgeable and applying it; good character; possess teaching skills and dedicated to the community. In particular, every Muslim teacher and educational institution should be concerned about personality traits and take appropriate action so that the quality of teachers in Malaysia can be improved.