Careers in Child Care

Working with individuals, municipalities, and agencies, the County of Lambton Children's Services team makes sure that families and child care providers get the support they need.

The Child Care and Early Years’ Service System Plan for 2020-2024 sets the path for how Lambton County will continue to build and grow an early years and child care system that is responsive to the current and future needs of children and families in Lambton County.

Are you interested in working in the Early Years?

Every day, early childhood educators (ECEs) provide Ontario’s children with safe, responsive, and caring interactions that build a strong foundation for their development and well-being.

Children who participate in high-quality learning environments experience increased verbal communication, reading, math, and science skills, as well as a host of other benefits.

Uncover the facts about the many ways ECEs benefit children, their families, and the growth of our economy. Download our fact sheet to learn more (En Français).

Are you, or someone you know, interested in a career in child care? Local registered child care providers are actively hiring full-time, part-time, and casual positions in Lambton County. Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECE), non-registered Early Childhood Educators, and various support positions are available. Find out more about becoming a RECE below, or contact a local child care provider to ask about their available opportunities.

How to become a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE)

Local licensed child care providers are actively hiring for many positions, including Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECEs). Are you interested in becoming a RECE?

Learn more about the paths you can take to become a RECE through the documents linked below:

Paths to become a RECE (En Français)

Contact a Local Child Care Operator

If you are interested in a career working with children, contact one of the many licensed child care operators across Lambton County. Visit our local child care operators page to see a list of organizations, including phone numbers and websites.