235902 - Preceptor

The educator nurtures and cares for children, supervises, and ensures their safety. They help children solve problems that arise in educational institutions and assist with adapting to new environments. They communicate with colleagues, children's parents, and, if necessary, with children's psychologists, medical or social workers.

Main activities

* contribute to individuals' learning, well-being, and social inclusion, paying much attention to increasing independence;
* identify and assess students' abilities and needs;
* advise students on educational issues such as course and program selection, timetable, school change, study habits, and career planning;
* aim to help students understand and overcome personal, social, or behavioral problems affecting their education;
* monitor children's achievements and behavior, discussing developmental and behavioral issues with parents as they arise.

Characteristic competences

* consult with learners;
* maintain relationships with educational institutions;
* identify educational needs;
* monitor changes in the education sector;
* communicate on youth well-being issues;
* overcome difficulties that hinder learning progress.