English–German

“childcare worker” in German

German

AlsoErzieherin

Pronunciation

IPA/ɛɐ̯ˈt͡siːɐ/

Example

Der Erzieher betreut die Kinder im Kindergarten.

The childcare worker looks after the children at the kindergarten.

Illustration for Erzieher (childcare worker)

How to say “childcare worker” in German

“Childcare worker” in German is Erzieher.

An adult who guides young children through play, daily routines, and group activities.

Full entry for Erzieher: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Erzieher

Der Erzieher plant das pädagogische Programm für die Woche.

The childcare worker plans the educational program for the week.

Tips for using Erzieher

  • Erzieher is a masculine noun; the feminine form is Erzieherin, and Lehrer is the usual term for a schoolteacher.

Other German words for “childcare worker”

Die Erzieherinnen spielen mit den Kindern im Garten.

The childcare workers are playing with the children in the garden.

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