Resources For Early Childhood Education Careers
There's never been a better time to pursue an early childhood education (ECE) career path! As more families seek high-quality care for their children, there’s a growing demand for ECE professionals.
ECE provides rewards beyond anything that can be measured – for both teachers and children. The educational and foundational skills your students learn while in your care are lessons they will take with them their whole lives. By shaping young, developing minds, you’re helping shape the future.
A career in Early Childhood Education is not just rewarding but also booming with opportunities:
Average Starting Salary
*Adapted from the National Center for Education Statistics
$35,330
2023 Median Annual Salary
512,300
Available jobs in 2022
3%
Job Growth between 2022-2032
56,300
Job openings per year 2022-2032
(All data provided by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
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