Being a mentor - Training to train young people

Brief Summary

Training to become competent is essential when you want to pass on knowledge and values to young people. Indeed, the learning and personal development of supervisors play a crucial role in the quality of the education they provide. Solid training enables them to acquire pedagogical skills, develop appropriate teaching methods and better understand young people's needs. With the right training, you can offer varied and enriching activities, fostering young people's self-fulfilment and autonomy. You also learn to manage group dynamics, encourage cooperation and cultivate an environment of trust and mutual respect. Ongoing training keeps us up to date with new educational approaches and best practices, ensuring that our knowledge is always relevant and inspiring. In addition, training enables us to develop skills in leadership, communication and conflict management, essential assets for guiding young people in a caring and effective way. By investing time in our own training, we set an example, demonstrating the importance of lifelong learning. It is this approach that enables us to have a truly positive influence on future generations, helping them to become responsible, autonomous and committed individuals.

Training to train young people content

Being a good educator

A good educator possesses several qualities that are essential to guiding and inspiring the young people in his or her care.

1. Leadership: A good educator can take the lead and guide young people in their activities. He/she can make informed decisions, delegate tasks, and encourage everyone to participate.

2. Sense of responsibility: An educator is responsible for the safety and well-being of his/her young people. They must take this responsibility seriously and act responsibly in all situations. They have to set an example.

3. The duty to set an example means taking responsibility for acting in an exemplary way, aligning our actions with our values, and being aware of the influence we have on others. It's a commitment to being an inspiring role model for those around us.

4. Patience: Working with young people can sometimes be demanding, but a good educator knows how to be patient. He/she understands that each young person develops at his or her own pace, and is ready to support and encourage young people in their efforts.

5. Communication skills: Communication is essential to the role of an educator. He or she must be able to listen attentively to young people, convey clear information, and encourage them to express their ideas and concerns.

6. Team spirit: A good educator knows how to encourage collaboration and solidarity within the group. They value each young person's contribution and encourage a spirit of mutual support.

7. Creativity: Educational activities are often focused on learning and exploration. The educator can think creatively and come up with innovative ideas to make activities interesting, stimulating, and fun. Becoming familiar with our educational tools such as the Bamboo App should be instinctive for them.

8. Open-mindedness: An educator must be open to different points of view. They must encourage diversity and promote tolerance within their center, home, or program. Every young person is unique, and every young person has talents that can be put to good use in the community.

9. Passion for education: One of the most important traits of a good educator is a genuine passion for the education and development of young people. He/she is motivated by the desire to contribute positively to the growth and development of young people.

These qualities, combined with a sound knowledge of Enfants du Mékong's principles and values, make an educator an inspiring role model and a valuable guide for young people.