Definition: A person, firm or other entity which pays for or hires the services of another person.

Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look! That’s a very good definition you’ve read from the dictionary – it’s spot on, truly! Let's break that down a little bit to really understand what "employers" means. Think of it like this: “Employers” are folks or groups who need help doing things. They hire people – that’s the key word there! – to do jobs for them. Let’s rhyme it out, just for a little fun: “An employer needs a hand, you see, To hire someone, efficiently!” So, an employer could be: A company: Like Google or Apple, they need developers and marketers! A small business owner: Maybe a baker needing helpers in their shop. A government agency: They might employ people to manage projects and services. Basically, anyone who pays someone else for their work is an employer. They provide the job, the wages – it's all part of that agreement. Do you have any questions about what we’ve covered? Perhaps you want to think about some examples you see in your own community?