Early childhood educators

NOC

42202

- Early childhood educators and assistants

Plan, organize and lead activities to help children develop intellectually, physically and emotionally. They work with children between the ages of 0 and 12 years in a variety of settings.

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Early childhood educators plan, organize and implement programs for children between the ages of 0 and 12 years. They provide care for infants and preschool- to school-age children while guiding and leading them in activities that stimulate and develop their intellectual, physical, and emotional growth. These educators ensure the children’s security and well-being throughout their care. They are employed in child-care centres, daycare centres, kindergartens, agencies for exceptional children and other settings where early childhood education services are provided.

Main Duties

Early childhood educators perform some or all of the following duties:

Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development.

Lead activities like storytelling, singing, creative arts, dramatic play, and physical activities.

Plan and maintain safe and healthy environments that prioritize children’s well-being.

Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members.

Observe and assess children’s development, addressing learning or behavioral issues and communicating progress with parents and staff.

Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits.

Establish collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers.

Assist in implementing child-care programs and activities.

Engage children through stories, songs, and crafts, while supporting daily routines like eating and resting.

Help maintain a safe and organized environment, including preparing snacks and setting up activity spaces.

Provide written observations and assist with record-keeping as needed.

Also Known As

child care worker assistant
daycare helper
daycare supervisor
daycare worker
early childhood assistant

early childhood education worker

early childhood educator - preschool

early childhood educator (ECE)

early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

early childhood program staff assistant

early childhood supervisor

preschool helper

preschool supervisor

Requirements

Employment Requirements

 Licensing is typically required in most provinces and territories, with specific requirements in Ontario (licensing) and British Columbia (certification).

Experience in child care may be required.

Completion of an early childhood education certificate program or post-secondary courses in early childhood education may be required.

Licensing by a provincial or territorial association as an early childhood educator may also be required.

Provincial Regulation

Not Provincially Regulated

Employment by Sex

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95.9%

Female

4.1%

Male

Employment by age

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26.2%

15-24

29.0%

25-34

19.8%

35-44

14.2%

45-54

9.8%

55-64

1.1%

65+

Employment by highest level of education

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4.6%

No Certificate, Diploma or Degree

26.9%

High School, Diploma or Equivalent

3.3%

Apprenticeship or Trades Certificate or Diploma

48.9%

College or University Below Bachelor Level

16.3%

University - Bachelor Level or Above

Employment by Industry

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89.6%

Health care and social assistance

7.5%

Educational services

0.9%

Public administration

2.0%

All Other Industries

Employment by Economic Regions

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15.60%

Northeast

32.10%

Southeast

22.40%

Southwest

21.60%

Central

8.30%

Northwest

Economic Regions

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Annual Average Salary by Economic Regions

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$34,000

Northeast

$30,300

Southeast

$32,400

Southwest

$33,000

Central

$29,200

Northwest

Economic Regions

Hourly Median Wages by Economic Regions

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Salary

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