mentor
n. countablen. an experienced person who helps and guides you over a long period of time. They share their knowledge to help you succeed in your job or studies.
n. a trusted counselor or guide who provides support and knowledge to a less experienced person. Often used in professional or academic contexts to describe a developmental relationship.
My manager acted as a mentor during my first year at the company.
The university pairs every new student with a senior mentor to help them navigate the challenges of campus life.
While a teacher focuses on specific lessons, a mentor provides broader career guidance and introduces their protégé to valuable professional networks.
Often used with the preposition 'to' when describing the relationship to the person being helped.