TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP IN CHARACTER EDUCATION MANAGEMENT IN MADRASAH ALIYAH PROVINCE JAMBI

This study aims to describe the transformational leadership style in managing character education in MAN Jambi Province. This study used a qualitative approach with case study design. Research result; Transformational leadership factors have not been optimal in managing character education in MAN Jambi Province due to two factors; First, internal factors are; 1). Some heads and teachers do not fully understand the nature of character education 2). There is no guidebook that becomes guide 3). Students are not boarded up, so they are not full in character. Both external factors are; 1) Ministry of Religion Office has not yet instructed concretely about the management system of character education in Madrasas 2) Many parents of students still do not care about children's character education. Transformational leadership style Head of MAN 3 Jambi Province, can be seen from several indicators 1). Madrasah head who always brings change, 2). Communicate effectively, 3). Encourage subordinate performance, (d). Harmonize the work environment, (e). Improve ability continuously. The management model is planned, implemented, evaluated in an integrated manner with the management of the madrasah, its application through three main channels, namely (1) integrated through learning activities, (2) integrated through extracurricular activities, and (3) integrated through civilizing or habituation activities. Research conclusion; Transformational leadership of the head of Jambi Province madrasah madrasah has not been optimal in managing character education, but the content of planting character values goes naturally along with the learning system at the madrasa which is based on Islamic character.