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This Is Your Time Your Way

In today’s early learning and child care (ELCC) environments, educators have more autonomy than ever shaping learning experiences, designing engaging spaces, and bringing their own creativity and passion to life.

You’re not just following a program.
You’re building it.

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Flexibility That Fits Your Life

We understand life looks different now.

That’s why today’s ELCC sector offers flexible shifts and diverse program models:

Full-time, part-time, or casual work options
Infant, toddler, preschool, or school-age environments
Centre-based care, home-based care, outdoor learning environments, and child and family centres

Choose the setting and the schedule that works for you.

Find Employment Opportunities that fit your lifestyle

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ECE Has Transformed

Over the past decade, Ontario’s ELCC system has undergone a major transformation.

Introduction of the Canada Wide ELCC System
Growing focus on ECE wages and retention
Expansion of licensed child care spaces
Strengthened focus on quality and inclusion

What has changed over the years

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Career Opportunities for Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECE)

Classrooms

Infant/Toddler/Preshool Educator
School Age Educator
Home Child Care Provider
Recreation Instructor
Kindergarten Classroom (DECE)
Educational Assistant

Community Supports

Resource Consultant
EarlyON Facilitator
Family Support Worker
Behaviour Support Worker
Play Therapy Assistant
Parent Education Programs

Leadership/Management

Child Care Supervisor
Child Care Director
Pedagogical Leader
Licensed Home Visitor
Municipal Government

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