Job prospects Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Assistant in the Fredericton–Oromocto

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Early childhood educators and assistants in the Fredericton–Oromocto. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

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The employment outlook will be good for Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

• Employers often prefer candidates with a diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education (or related programming). Having experience implementing programs and evaluating childhood development in a daycare setting will also be valuable. Additional duties may include coming up with creative and educational activities, preparing and serving snacks and maintaining a clean environment for the children.
• Educators and assistants working with special needs students may require post-secondary education in a relevant field and may need to demonstrate additional skills such as knowledge of sign language, braille, assistive/adaptive devices, and special education techniques.
• The Canada-New Brunswick Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement is leading to the creation of additional daycare and related spaces throughout the province, increasing demand for those who work in this field.
• A criminal background and a vulnerable sector checks are typically required in order to work in this field.
• First Aid and CPR training are generally required.

Here are some key facts about Early childhood educators and assistants in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

• Approximately 1,020 people work in this occupation.
• Early childhood educators and assistants mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Social assistance (NAICS 624): 91%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology