Alberta · NOC 42202

Early Childhood Educator Jobs in Alberta — 2026

10 early childhood educator jobs posted in Alberta in the last four weeks, with salary benchmarks, licensing notes and the employers hiring most.

Jobs available
10
Median salary
$40,175
NOC code
42202

About early childhood educator work in Alberta

Salary range

Postings for early childhood educators and assistants in Alberta run from about $36,920 at the 25th percentile to $43,680 at the 75th, with a median of $40,175 per year (2026-05, 52 postings).

$31,200median $40,175$76,939

NOC code

42202Early childhood educators and assistants. This is the code you enter for Express Entry, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), and Job Bank.

Licensing and qualifications

It depends on the province. Ontario requires registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators; other provinces certify or classify ECEs through the ministry that licenses child care.

What employers ask for: An ECE diploma or degree, the provincial registration or certification level named in the posting, first aid and CPR, and a vulnerable-sector check.

LMIA and immigration

None of the current early childhood educator postings in Alberta are flagged LMIA-eligible. Newcomers can also look at the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) and the LMIA employer list.

Live postings

Latest early childhood educator jobs in Alberta

Frequently asked questions

What is the average salary for a early childhood educator in Alberta?
The median salary for early childhood educators and assistants in Alberta is $40,175 per year, with most postings between $36,920 and $43,680 (2026-05).
Do I need a Canadian licence to work as a early childhood educator in Alberta?
It depends on the province. Ontario requires registration with the College of Early Childhood Educators; other provinces certify or classify ECEs through the ministry that licenses child care.
What is the NOC code for early childhood educator?
The NOC 2021 code for early childhood educator is 42202 (Early childhood educators and assistants). This is the code used for Express Entry, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), and Job Bank.