Job prospects Montessori Teacher in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region

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

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Early childhood educators and assistants (NOC 42202) in the Saint John - St. Stephen 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 Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 1,180 people work in this occupation.
• Early childhood educators and assistants mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Social assistance (NAICS 624): 94%
  • Educational services (NAICS 61): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology