as in teacher
a person whose occupation is to give formal instruction in a school
decided at a fairly young age that there is no more rewarding career than that of an educator
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Recent Examples of educator
Moore, a father, social media influencer, author and New York City educator, has been on a mission to advocate for body positivity in swimsuit culture through his content, which, in part, centers on his loud love for Speedos.
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Michelle Lee, People.com, 16 Aug. 2025
When educators and administrators work together the kids perform better, Holland said.
—Charlotte Observer, 12 Aug. 2025
Johnson has worked as an educator for nearly 30 years, and has been employed by District U-46 for her entire career.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2025
Hilton also wants to implement a letter grade system for schools and reform teacher tenure, which gives educators stronger job protections and is typically granted after two school years.
—Amelia Wu, Sacbee.com, 5 Aug. 2025
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Michelle Lee, People.com, 16 Aug. 2025
When educators and administrators work together the kids perform better, Holland said.
—Charlotte Observer, 12 Aug. 2025
Johnson has worked as an educator for nearly 30 years, and has been employed by District U-46 for her entire career.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2025
Hilton also wants to implement a letter grade system for schools and reform teacher tenure, which gives educators stronger job protections and is typically granted after two school years.
—Amelia Wu, Sacbee.com, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for educator
Noun
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Some may argue these shifts undermine teacher autonomy.—
Marielys Divanne,
New York Daily News,
19 Aug. 2025
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When Alabama enacted a new law keeping phones out of classrooms for the 2025-2026 school year, one teacher saw an instant change.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
19 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Helmy, the more sensitive elder brother, has been out of regular work for three years; Erich, the younger brother, has been serving as a ski instructor at a resort hotel and performing as a gigolo to some of the wealthy older women who stay there.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
19 Aug. 2025
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Onlookers at the golf course rushed to aid the two passengers, a pilot and instructor, surveillance footage released by the golf course showed.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Educator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/educator. Accessed 29 Aug. 2025.
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