Become an Early Childhood Educator
Become an Early Childhood Educator
There is a high demand for Early Childhood Educators in Prince Edward and Lennox and Addington counties. Now is a great time to join this rewarding profession and shape the future’s young minds.
What an ECE Does
Early Childhood Educators play an important role in helping to create a high-quality early learning and child care system that is inclusive for all families.

Creates rich, engaging and inclusive play-based learning environments
Enhances child and family well-being and engagement
Builds caring relationships with children, families, and communities.
Supports children’s healthy development
Is ECE a Career for You?
- Do want to make a difference in the lives of children and families
- Are you passionate, empathetic, energetic, patient, and flexible
- Do you enjoy working as a collaborative team member
- Do you enjoy working in a sector that supports inclusive and respectful relationships with children and families

Careers in Early Learning
- Daycare Centres
- Nursery Schools
- Before and After School Programs
- Kindergarten Programs
- Home Child Care Home Visitor
- Home Child Care Provider
- EarlyON Program
- Resource Consultant

Uncover the facts about the many ways ECEs benefit children, their families, and the growth of our economy.
Three Way to Get Started
Are you in highschool and considering ECE?
Are you considering a rewarding career as an Early Childhood Educator. Here are some steps to help you get started.
- Talk to Your Guidance Counsellor
- Volunteer at a Early Learning Program
- Apply to Post-Secondary School
Are you considering a new career as an ECE?
Several College’s across Ontario offer the Early Childhood Education Program and through a variety of delivery methods such as in class, distance learning (on-line) or apprenticeship programs.
- Volunteer at a Early Learning Program
- Apply to Post-secondary School
- Bursaries & Grants
Are you currently working in the early learning sector and want to become an ECE?
If you are working in a licensed child care or EarlyON program and wish to obtain your ECE Diploma or Leadership Certificate, here are some resources to help you get started:
- Apply to Post-secondary School
- Apprenticeship Programs
- Bursaries & Grants
Being in the field of child care as an RECE since 1988 and RECE Director since 2010 has shown me the children's innocent sense of humour and truth and insight to how they explore the world around them. When we provide the experiences and the environment to play and engage; watching and hearing the children learn and grow from this brings pride and joy. As a Director with an awesome, caring Team that is there to learn, it is rewarding to see the endearing engagement, to hear them laugh at the innocent humour of their group and to hear their excitement when a child accomplishes something. From seeing them implementing simple or complex lessons/advice for growth whether it's from a workshop or a one-on-one, to problem solving and simply..... just taking time to laugh together. Sure there are times when our gears clog and don't mesh, but when resolved as a Team, that is a proud moment
Cherilyn EvesRECE, Director
For more information on a career as an Early Childhood Educator, speak to a Children’s Services Team Member
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