Flexible I 1 hour / month 

Mentor:in

Do you work with children or young people and want to pass on your experience? Are you empathetic, open-minded and can inspire others for your profession? Then support our participants as a mentor on their path to a career in education!

Your tasks

  • Giving career insights - Share your experience and your day-to-day work with someone new to the field.

  • Motivate and accompany - Help to build self-confidence, develop perspectives and overcome fears.

  • Practical support - Once a month (approx. 1 hour), digitally or in person - whichever suits you best

Your profile

  • You work in a daycare center, school, OGS or a social institution.

  • You want to pass on your professional experience and encourage others.

  • You are open to new people and appreciate diversity.

  • You don't need any pedagogical training - just a desire for exchange and support

What you move with us

  • You accompany people who are just starting out - many after a long period of unemployment.

  • You are part of a movement that makes second chances possible.

  • You strengthen the next generation of teachers and provide valuable insights.

What we offer you

  • Meaningful task - You achieve great things with little time.

  • Flexibility - The exchange is monthly and can be organized according to your possibilities.

  • Exchange & network - You will become part of our community of dedicated mentors.

Curious?

Then become a mentor at the Impact School now!
Just send us a short message with your name, profession and why you would like to join us to: jobs@impactschool.de - or write to us on LinkedIn.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Pedagogical professions for career changers:

Our further training to become a "learning and development assistant" will train you to become a supplementary educational worker in just a few months. We prepare you specifically for a variety of professions in childcare and child development. After graduation, you will have the opportunity to choose between different activities and can also combine these in your everyday working life (e.g. school support in the morning, after-school care in the afternoon). Over the course of your career, you can train to become a specialist (e.g. educator) and manager. Here are some of the positions you will be qualified for after completing your training:

School companion/iN

also as integration assistant, inclusion assistant, school assistant, participation assistant
You will support pupils with special educational needs in everyday school life and promote their integration into the classroom. Your tasks will include accompanying them in class, helping them with their school work and promoting their social skills.

Nursery helper

(also childcare assistant, educator assistant, educator assistant):

Nursery assistants look after children in daycare centers, organize activities and promote early childhood development.

After-school caretaker

(also OGS supervisor, all-day supervisor):
In after-school care centers or open all-day schools, you look after school children after school, help them with their homework and organize varied leisure activities that promote their social and personal development.

Housekeeping assistant

Housekeeping assistant
(also as a housekeeping assistant):
As a housekeeping assistant, you are a valuable member of the team in daycare centers and schools. By helping to prepare meals and maintain the premises, you create a pleasant environment in which children can feel comfortable and develop.

Childminder

(also as a childminder):
As a childminder, you look after a small group of children aged from a few months to three years, sometimes older, in your own home or in rented rooms. You promote their development through individual care, education and upbringing and work closely with the parents. This activity is carried out independently and requires a care permit from the youth welfare office.

Childcare worker in a private household

(also as a private childcare provider):
You support families directly at home with the care of their children. You promote their development through individual support and playful activities. Many parents rely on this professional help to balance work and family life. State support is available for families who need help due to special circumstances.

Career ladder: From the 
Supplementary employee to the specialist

A career in education not only offers you immediate career entry opportunities, but also a wide range of prospects for further development:
1. supplementary employee
After your training at the Impact School, you can start as a school companion, daycare assistant, after-school care worker, etc. As a pedagogical assistant, you will gain valuable practical experience that will promote your professional development.
2nd specialist
With additional in-service qualifications and further training, you have the opportunity to be recognized as a pedagogical specialist, for example as an educator or social pedagogue. These further training courses are usually made possible by crediting hours worked.
3. management positions
With sufficient professional experience and further qualifications, you can take on management positions in daycare centers, schools or all-day care, such as daycare center management or team leadership in all-day schools.
Why the Impact School?

01

Founded by education experts

The Impact School was initiated by people who have dedicated their lives to education and know the daycare and school system very well. A large network of employers is available for internships and provides regular input into the curriculum.

02

Optimal preparation for starting your career


Your further training as a supplementary pedagogical worker qualifies you for more than six different professions. This gives you the choice of where and how you would like to work (school, after-school care, daycare).

03

Family-friendly course times thanks to online training

Your course takes place live online in the morning and in the afternoon you work flexibly on your own or in small groups. This leaves you time for family, friends and hobbies during the course.

04

Practical phases in daycare centers and schools

Once a week during your training is your internship day. You will work side by side with other teachers in a daycare center or school and gain valuable practical experience.

05

100% free of charge for participants

The costs for further training can be covered by the job center or employment agency.

06

High success rate

Thanks to the optimal professional preparation and the large network of employers, you will find a permanent position quickly after your training.

What our employer partners say

The Impact School is certified by CERTQUA as an educational institution in adult education in accordance with the "Accreditation and Approval Ordinance for Employment Promotion" (AZAV). CERTQUA is a certification body recognized by the Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle GmbH (DAkkS). This recognition means that the Impact School meets the requirements nationwide to enable various funding opportunities, including education vouchers (BGS) and activation and placement vouchers (AVGS), which support further vocational training or qualifications.

Are you ready to start your career with us?

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