GuardianGamer is a mission driven company founded in early 2020. Our mission is to guide children into a safe online experience by monitoring online conversations, modeling behaviors, supporting gaming skills and attitudes that contribute to the development of socially responsible gamers. We do this by connecting with parents and their kids through our secure chat and guiding the sessions using our proprietary Quest log to ensure a fun and engaging experience. The main requirements for consideration are listed below. Scroll down to read everything or use the buttons to jump to a specific section.
The following is required to be considered for the guardiangamer role:
Age: you must be at least 16 years of age to apply.
Expertise: You must be experienced with gaming and childcare.
Equipment: You must have your own computer, reliable access to the internet, gaming accounts, and a quiet place to mentor.
The goal for the GuardianGamer is to safeguard kids in online spaces while also keeping an eye towards growth as both a gamer and a well rounded individual. We want the kids to become
There are several benefits to being a guardiangamer in addition to helping make a positive impact in online gaming. These benefits include;
Be Supportive
Be open-minded when considering the needs of your session: Encourage kids who are having trouble and congratulate those who are playing well. And, most of all, if you’re having a bad game, don’t take it out on your team!
Lead by example
You’ve got to start living the dream before anybody else is willing to do so. It’s all well and good to say you’re on board for the revolution but, if you don’t first make yourself a paragon of model behavior, no one is going to be fooled. Nobody’s asking you to be perfect but we do want you to, whenever possible, strive to uphold the same standards of behavior that you expect everyone else to maintain.
Facilitate imaginative play
Provide an opportunity for kids to practice and develop their language and social skills while flexing their imaginations. Boost the development of problem-solving and self-regulation skills. Embrace and encourage creativity within each session.
Enjoy yourself, but not at anyone else’s expense
Games are meant to be fun. So enjoy yourself but not if your fun is affecting other player’s ability to explore. Basically, don’t be a jerk online and respect your fellow gamers. Treat others online the way you want to be treated in real life.
Be the mentor until you must become the student
It’s great to be a master of your craft but sometimes it’s just as important to be able to take a back seat and adapt to a new game or situation. Allow the kid to take the lead in games helps them build confidence within themselves and can lead to the development of new skills.
Be resolute, not indignant
While nobody likes being insulted, it pays to take a moment to consider the circumstances; remember that in a competitive game, more often than not, the other player is just venting their frustration. Try not to take it personally: everyone has a breaking point and everyone rages sometimes. At some point, you may find yourself in the other person’s shoes.
Keep it playful, not personal
It’s good to know a few things you have in common with your player but the focus should be on the gameplay. Things like politics, religion, and other personal issues should remain private out of respect for the parents, kids, and other players. Focus on the goal of the session.
