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Educator – Youth and Residential Care Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Erzieher/in - Jugend- und Heimerziehung

The training as an Educator for Youth and Residential Care is a 1-year state-regulated school-based education or further training, building upon existing professional qualifications or experience. It deepens your expertise in pedagogical work with children and young people, while also promoting general education. The training can also be completed as a practice-integrated apprenticeship (PiA), which includes increased practical components and a training allowance.

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What you do

  • Pedagogical care and support for children and young people in residential groups or homes.
  • Planning and conducting leisure activities, educational programs, and daily life training.
  • Assisting with homework and school-related matters.
  • Observing and documenting the development and behavior of individuals under care.
  • Collaborating with parents, guardians, schools, and youth welfare offices.
  • Conflict management and crisis intervention.
  • Organizing daily group routines, e.g., meals and household chores.

Requirements

  • Completion of a relevant vocational training (e.g., Social Pedagogical Assistant) and/or corresponding professional experience.
  • At least an intermediate school leaving certificate (e.g., Realschulabschluss).
  • Good German language skills at B2 level for communication and documentation.
  • High social competence, empathy, and sense of responsibility.
  • Teamwork skills and resilience.
  • Ability for self-reflection and professional distance.
  • Interest in working with children and young people in challenging life situations.

Career prospects

  1. 1Work in youth residential homes, children's homes, mother-child facilities, or foster care settings.
  2. 2Specialization in specific age groups or pedagogical areas (e.g., curative education).
  3. 3Taking on group leadership roles or coordination tasks.
  4. 4Further training as a curative educator or pursuing a degree in Social Work.

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There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Educator – Youth and Residential Care Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 1,100 to 1,300 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

How long is the Educator – Youth and Residential Care Ausbildung?

The Ausbildung takes 1 year.

What German level do I need for a Educator – Youth and Residential Care Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Educator – Youth and Residential Care Ausbildung?

Completion of a relevant vocational training (e.g., Social Pedagogical Assistant) and/or corresponding professional experience.; At least an intermediate school leaving certificate (e.g., Realschulabschluss).; Good German language skills at B2 level for communication and documentation.; High social competence, empathy, and sense of responsibility..

Where can I find open Educator – Youth and Residential Care Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Educator – Youth and Residential Care

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.