Position Description: The troop guide works with new Scouts. He helps them feel comfortable and helps them earn their First Class rank in their first year

Reports to: The assistant Scoutmaster for the new-Scout patrol in the troop.

Troop guide duties:
- Introduces new Scouts to troop operations.
- Guides new Scouts from harassment by older Scouts.
- Helps new Scouts earn their First Class rank in their first year.
- Teaches basic Scout skills.
- Coaches the patrol leader of the new-Scout patrol on his duties including at the patrol leaders council meetings.
- Helps the assistant Scoutmaster of the new-Scout patrol with training.
- Counsels individual Scouts on Scouting challenges.
- Sets a good example.
- Enthusiastically and correctly wears the Scout uniform.
- Lives by the Scout Oath and Law.
- Shows Scout spirit.