Work in Kitimat
Early Childhood Education
Embark on a rewarding career in Early Childhood Education in Kitimat, while also enjoying the fulfilling lifestyle of this welcoming town. Join our dedicated community of educators, and make a lasting impact on the foundation of children's learning journey.
Nurturing Kitimat’s Youngest Citizens
Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) play some of the most important roles in children’s education. Learn more about working in Early Childhood Education in Kitimat below, or if you are a parent or a caregiver, see our Information for Families page.
Nurturing Kitimat’s Youngest Citizens
Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) play some of the most important roles in children’s education. Learn more about working in Early Childhood Education in Kitimat below, or if you are a parent or a caregiver, see our Information for Families page.
Featured Resident Story
Early Childhood Educator
Meet Maddison Dos Santos: daycare manager, reader, figure skater, home body.
Featured Resident Story
Early Childhood Educator
Meet Maddison Dos Santos: daycare manager, reader, figure skater, home body.
Profession Profile
Since its inception, Kitimat has been a key pillar of the regional and provincial economy, with well-paying jobs and rewarding employment opportunities. Now, with the development of Canada’s first ever export LNG project and still more development on the horizon with Cedar LNG, Kitimat has an ever-growing population, with more and more families relocating to the tight-knit community. As a result, the need for Early Childhood Educators in Kitimat continues to rise. Now more than ever, ECEs have the opportunity to launch and build their careers in this buzzing corner of Northwest B.C.
- Over the last year, 3 child care centres have opened within the community: Cablecar Childcare, Haisla Youth Centre and Stepping Stones Daycare reopened.
- Two more classrooms are set to open in 2024 at Stepping Stones Daycare.
- Since 2018, more than 30,500 new licensed child care spaces have been funded for families in B.C. It is anticipated that more than half of those will be in operation by the end of 2022.
- B.C. anticipates more than 10,000 new job openings for certified ECEs and assistants in the coming decade.
- Since 2018 the B.C. Government has granted $24 million in bursaries to 6,500 ECE students, and created over 1,500 additional student spaces.
- Workplace participation surveys have indicated that more than 60,000 parents and caregivers in B.C. work part-time because they are caring for children. 90% of those parents and caregivers are women.
- By 2026, 1,390 new spaces for ECE training programs are set to become available.
- Read more about the B.C. government’s Future Ready Program here.
Early Learning and Child Care
Nechako Elementary Seamless Day Kindergarten
61 Nightingale Street, Kitimat, BC,
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Stepping Stones (Roy Wilcox) Child Care Centre
7 Carlson Street, Kitimat, BC,
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Cablecar Childcare
131 Sturgeon Street, Kitimat, BC,
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Fox in Soxs Daycare
15 Wohler Street, Kitimat, BC,
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Kid’s Place Preschool
1515 Kingfisher Avenue, Kitimat, BC,
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Kildala Elementary Seamless Day Kindergarten
803 Columbia Ave, Kitimat, BC,
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Kitimat CMCS
651 Columbia Ave, Kitimat, BC,
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Mayra’s Daycare
4 Grebe Street, Kitimat, BC,
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St. Anthony’s Pre-K
1750 Nalabila Blvd, Kitimat, BC,
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Early Childhood Education in Kitimat FAQs
Where can I find Kitimat ECE job postings?
Job postings for ECE’s within Kitimat can be found on the jobs website Indeed.ca.
My ECE qualification is not from B.C. - can I still work as an ECE in Kitimat?
Can I train as an ECE in Kitimat?
Yes! A Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education is offered by Coast Mountain College, in a course that combines online learning and in-person classes at CMC’s Terrace campus. Read more here.
I have found work as an ECE in Kitimat, but will my partner be able to find work?
With the construction of Canada’s first LNG export facility, and numerous other large-scale projects lined up, there are many opportunities for skilled trades people, public service workers and many others to thrive. Kitimat holds no shortage of high-paying, rewarding jobs to choose from.
While there are opportunities across the board in Kitimat, the following 3 professional sectors are currently in most need of new talent:
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Printable Guides
If you’re thinking of moving to Kitimat, download the Resident Attraction Guide to learn more about why you choose more when you choose Kitimat.
If you’ve recently moved to Kitimat, check out the Kitimat Newcomers Guide. It contains detailed community information, from recycling to transit schedules, maps and more.
Life in Kitimat
There is a good reason why Kitimat is well-known as being the marvel of nature and industry. We have a thriving economy, a bounty of business and employment opportunities balanced with a comfortable, relaxed lifestyle.
