Educatori

Educatori is the Italian term for professionals who support education and social development in a range of settings. They work with children, adolescents, families and adults to promote learning, development and well‑being. The specific roles and titles vary by sector, but educators generally combine instructional activities with care, guidance and support for social and emotional development.

Typical duties include planning and delivering educational activities and routines, observing and assessing progress, guiding behavior, promoting inclusion and safety, and documenting outcomes. They collaborate with teachers, social workers, psychologists, health professionals and family members to create coordinated plans and support networks.

Common work environments include preschools and kindergartens, after‑school programs, daycare centers, residential facilities for children or young people, community centers and clinics or hospitals that host multidisciplinary teams.

Training and accreditation vary by country. In many places, becoming an educator requires formal education in pedagogy, child development, psychology or social work, ending with a diploma or degree and professional registration or certification. In Italy, the term educatore professionale or educatore professionale socio‑pedagogico denotes a regulated track for professionals working in social‑pedagogical contexts such as early childhood services, youth programs and community initiatives.

Ethics and ongoing professional development are emphasized, with attention to safeguarding, inclusion and collaborative practice.