MIA KARUNIATI Pengarang Sastika Seli, S.Pd., M.A. Dosen Pembimbing 2 Ardayati, M.Pd. Dosen Pembimbing 1 Ardayati, M.Pd. Ketua Penguji Ayu Oktaviani, M.Pd. Penguji 1 Dr. Hamdan, M.Pd. Penguji 2 MIA KARUNIATI Contributor

This study aimed to analyze the pedagogical competence of English teachers in the teaching-learning process at SMA Al-Ikhlas Lubuklinggau. Pedagogical competence refers to teachers’ ability to manage learning processes, which includes understanding student characteristics, planning learning activities, implementing teaching strategies, evaluating learning outcomes, and developing students’ potential. The research applied a descriptive qualitative approach with two English teachers as participants. Data were collected through classroom observation, semi-structured interviews, and questionnaires consisting of 23 indicators of pedagogical competence. Data analysis involved data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing, with triangulation used for validation. The findings revealed that both teachers demonstrated good pedagogical competence, as reflected in their ability to understand students’ personalities and learning styles, design lessons based on the Kurikulum Merdeka, employ interactive teaching methods, conduct continuous assessments, and foster student potential. However, differences were found in their emphasis on creating interactive classroom atmospheres and integrating learning into non-academic activities. These results highlight the need for consistent application of interactive strategies to increase student engagement and achievement. Keywords: pedagogical competence, English teachers, learning process, qualitative study