Profession

Educator

Learning support specialist

Fields of activity | Educator

As an educator, you’ll design implement educational programs for children, young people, or adults. You may specialize in various areas of education, such as play-based learning, business education, or social pedagogy. Other potential specializations include media or environmental education.

Preparing teaching materials and planning educational units will be part of your daily work as an educator. You’ll support people of all ages in developing their cognitive, social, and creative skills while deepening their knowledge of specific topics. Additionally, you’ll take their individual needs, learning styles, and life situations into account.


Personal requirements | Educator

  • Enthusiasm for working with people
  • Didactic skills
  • Empathy and patience
  • Good conflict management and organizational skills
  • Creativity and strong communication skills

Path to the profession | Educator

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Adult Education

Knowledge is power: spread the joy of lifelong learning
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Early Childhood Education

Children are the future: support their development
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Education

For the future: support children and young people in their development
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Special Education

Learning together: support people with special needs
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Social Pedagogy

Support and participation: look after children, young people, and disadvantaged people

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Potential jobs | Educator

As an educator, you may work in schools, youth centers, or boarding schools. Career opportunities also include daycare centers, social and therapy facilities, as well as adult education centers and museums. Additionally, you may find employment in subject-specific fields such as the business, media, or environmental education.