Educarer or Early Childhood Development Practitioner

Educarers mainly care for young children from birth up to school going age, at home or in an institution. This vocation offers a wide range of employment possibilities, and additional duties will vary according to the specific employment situation.

Educarers or nannies in a private home are likely to dress, feed and bath small children; play with them; supervise their homework; and read to them. They may perform domestic duties such as light housework, cooking and laundry and could be required to travel with the family to perform similar duties during the trip.

Educarers in institutions such as a crèche feed and clean small children; keep them busy constructively; tidy playrooms; and accompany children on excursions and look after them. They may help prepare meals and perform administrative duties.

Personal Requirements

love young children and have a genuine concern for their well-being
communicate well with people
calm and patient
friendly and cheerful
adaptable and flexible
practical and have integrity
very responsible and trustworthy

How to Enter

Schooling & School Subjects

No specific requirements

What to Study

Some TVET (Technical Vocational Education and Training) Colleges offer suitable courses for educarers, eg, False Bay, Flavius Mareka, Northlink, SW Gauteng, South Cape, UNISA.

Educarers are usually trained by employers to meet their specific requirements

Employment