Community educator
Community educators work in the fields of social welfare, education and youth work. Community educators often perform tasks in which they support and guide people, strengthen the sense of community and promote inclusion. Community educators can work in municipalities, organisations, parishes and private organisations. The profession requires pedagogical competence, organisational skills and good interaction skills.
Municipalities, parishes, organizations, and social service companies.
The work of community educators requires knowledge of human growth and development, the structure and functioning of society and different cultures. In this profession, it is important to be able to engage with people and act in interactive situations. This involves being able to put oneself in the position of another person and having good listening skills. Community educators must also be able to deal with conflicts constructively and resolve them.
Education and guidance skills play a key role in the work of community educators. They must be able to lead group activities, create a sense of community and promote the participation of people. This requires knowledge of pedagogical methods and the ability to apply them in different situations. Community educators must be able to work independently and take initiative.
Project management and organisation skills are important in the work of community educators, as they are often responsible for planning and carrying out different projects and activities. Community educators must master planning, budgeting, carrying out and evaluating projects and organising events. In their work, community educators must promote equality and fairness and understand the special characteristics of different cultures. They must also be able to act in an ethically sustainable manner in different situations.
Communication skills are essential in the work of community educators, as they must be able to communicate clearly both orally and in writing. They must also have a command of digital communication tools and social media platforms that can be used for communication.
Language skills are needed in international tasks and working with immigrants.
In universities of applied sciences, it is possible to complete a bachelor's degree in humanities, Community Educator (UAS). A degree in Community Educator (UAS) with a specialization in church youth work can also be obtained. This degree qualifies the holder to work as a church youth worker.
Median salary
3559 €/mo
Private sector
3824 €/mo
Public sector
2930 €/mo
The data is based on the median income, meaning the amount of salary which is the middle of the salary amounts arranged in order of magnitude.
Source: Statistics Finland's structural statistics on wages and salaries