educator

[ ej-oo-key-ter ]

noun

1. a person or thing that educates, especially a teacher, principal, or other person involved in planning or directing education.
2. an educationist.

educator

/ ˈɛdjʊˌkeɪtə /

noun

1. a person who educates; teacher
2. a specialist in education; educationalist
3. (in South Africa) a school teacher

Word History and Origins

Origin of educator¹

1560–70; < Latin ēducātor, equivalent to ēducā ( re ) ( educate ) + -tor -tor

Example Sentences

Student Damian Ayonn said that Perez is an “essential figure for many students here, not just as an educator, but as a mentor, a supporter and a guide through some of the most challenging moments of our lives.”

From Los Angeles Times

The school district did not identify the teacher and did not take any actions regarding his future as an educator.

From Los Angeles Times

As a former educator who traveled overseas for 25 years, Cressy amassed a collection of goods, furniture and keepsakes from Germany, Japan and other parts of the world.

From Los Angeles Times

Jiang’s teacher, Wang Runqiu, was also thrust into the spotlight, hailed as an educator who noticed and encouraged her passion for maths.

From BBC

More certain results appeared to be emerging in District 1 — covering south and southwest L.A. — where veteran educator Sherlett Hendy Newbill had a commanding early lead over Kahllid Al-Alim, a community activist and parent.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• educationist
• instructor
• lecturer
• professor
• schoolteacher