Occupation

Early Childhood Educators

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Direct answerEarly Childhood Educators are typically TEER 2, usually classified under Care Childcare (ECE).

Worked example for Early Childhood Educators: take the category, TEER, and wage facts on this page and enter them in the BC PNP calculator with your years of skilled work and language level. The result is a SIRS estimate out of 200 points. Compare it with recent invitation ranges for your pillar. It does not guarantee an invitation.

Typical TEER

TEER 2

Usually classified under

Childcare (ECE) (Care)

Childcare has had one of the highest 2026 score minimums in the Care pillar (102–115), reflecting strong demand relative to a smaller pool of certified ECEs. Confirm your current certification requirements before relying on this estimate.

Priority-occupation lists change. Confirm your exact NOC 2021 code and current category against WelcomeBC before relying on the calculator's estimate. See the priority occupation finder.

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Questions

What should I know about Early Childhood Educators?

Early Childhood Educators are typically TEER 2, usually classified under Care Childcare (ECE).

What is the Typical TEER for Early Childhood Educators?

TEER 2. Confirm this against the current WelcomeBC category list before you rely on it.

What is the Usually classified under for Early Childhood Educators?

Childcare (ECE) (Care). Confirm this against the current WelcomeBC category list before you rely on it.

How do I use this with the calculator?

Read the direct answer, check the facts, then open the score calculator. Enter the usual TEER for this page plus your own wage, experience, education, and language. The calculator applies the SIRS grid in force since 4 December 2025 and the 23 April 2026 Care, Build, and Innovate categories.

Does this replace an official BC PNP result?

No. This is an estimate from published SIRS figures and WelcomeBC announcements. Only WelcomeBC produces an official category placement or invitation.