I am a Registered Early Childhood Educator.

I am a professional that launches young children into a lifetime love of learning.

As a Registered Early Childhood Educator.

My work is heartwork … and so much more. 

RECEs have a significant impact on a community's financial success and prosperity.

Businesses locate where employees with children can confidently rely on RECEs to educate and nurture their youngest family members. Gail Hundt, President & CEO, Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce

I am a Registered Early Childhood Educator.

I am a professional that launches young children into a lifetime love of learning.

As a Registered Early Childhood Educator.

My work is heartwork … and so much more.

RECEs have a significant impact on a community's financial success and properity.

Business locate where employees with children can confidently rely on RECEs to educate and nurture their youngest family members. Gail Hunt, President & CEO, Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce

Come explore the professional world of a Registered Early Childhood Educator.

Learn the impact RECEs have on the lives of children and their families and communities.

RECEs are highly valued professionals.

RECEs are highly valued professionals for their skills to educate and nurture very young children during a critical time in their development.

Is a career as a Registered Early Childhood Educator right for you?

The answer is YES, if…

  • You would feel fulfilled watching the remarkable development of a child’s mind and physical ability in the first 6 years of their life, knowing you made a difference.
  • You want to work in a profession that is valued in Chatham-Kent for how it helps working parents and, subsequently, local businesses.
  • You want a career with a good salary, flexible hours and secure long-term employment opportunities.
  • You would like to be well trained in a relatively short period of time and work with similarly skilled professionals.
  • You want to be valued by parents and extended family members, of diverse cultures, for your educational skills and empathy.
  • You want a career full of different activities built within a structure that provides security for children.
My work is heartwork … and so much more.

I help children think in new ways…with resourcefulness and creativity.

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For more information on becoming a RECE in Chatham-Kent, contact

My work is heartwork…and so much more.

I give children skills they will use much later as they become more contented adults, such as compassion and resilience.

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Let’s talk heartwork!

Mother’s Day 2022

Mother’s Day 2022

On May 9, 2022, the day following Mother’s Day (yes, we planned it this way!), we bring child care and early years practitioners a day of inspiring conversation on the value of childhood and the profession you belong to! May 9 is a day of sharing to remind you of ......

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May 9 Conference!

May 9 Conference!

On May 9, 2022, the day following Mother’s Day (yes, we planned it this way!), we bring child care and early years practitioners a day of inspiring conversation on the value of childhood and the profession you belong to! May 9 is a day of sharing to remind you of ......

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Heartwork and so much more

Heartwork and so much more

On May 9, 2022, the day following Mother’s Day (yes, we planned it this way!), we bring child care and early years practitioners a day of inspiring conversation on the value of childhood and the profession you belong to! May 9 is a day of sharing to remind you of ......

read more