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Work in a High Demand Field
Those working in the field of Child Care and Early Learning Education are local heroes! Families with young children need child care providers along with youth development professionals to care, nurture and help educate their children. If you enjoy working with children this career might be the one for you. The state of Oregon provides incentives and training for these professions, view the video below for more information.
32,139
Average Annual Low Wage Child Care (Early Learning Education and Youth Development) Income
77,030
Average Annual High Wage Child Care (Early Learning Education and Youth Development) Income
Do you need help paying for training or your High School/GED? WorkSource Rogue Valley and Project Youth+ might be able to help. You can also click the “Send us a message” button below.
RCC ECEE Informational Meetings
Rogue Community College offers free monthly informational sessions for anyone interested in their Early Childhood/Elementary Education and Family Support programs. They are each month on the first Tuesday (1 -2 pm) and the first Thursday (5-6 pm). Learn more.
Child Care Career Questionnaire
Are you interested in the Child Care and Early Learning Education career fields? Not sure where to start? Fill out a short form and someone from WorkSource Rogue Valley will help you take your first step. Learn more.
Medford School District Job Fair
The Medford School District will have a Job Fair on September 18 for both Certified (teachers) and Classified Staff (a variety of non-teacher positions). Learn more.
Free training, paid internships, career coaching, employment, and certifications in the child care or education fields. If you are 17 to 24 years old, view the PY+ Teaching and Child Care Flyer .
Fill out a Referral Form for paid Internships with a local Child Care Provider.
Visit the PY+ web page or email.
Want help getting started or building your career in Child Care and Early Learning Education? Click on the images below to read a success story. If you want to read more stories, visit the Rogue Careers Success Stories page … or keep scrolling to learn more about construction occupations and local employers.
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Explore Child Care / Early Learning Educators
The following Occupation categories and Wage Ranges are generally dependent on education degree, training and experience.
Higher levels of education and experience will increase competitiveness in attaining both job and higher wages.
What a Career in Child Care / Early Learning Education Offers
Healthy families, communities and the economy depend on caring, competent and dependable Child Care. Helping children grow and supporting families are the heart of this career.
Work that Makes a Difference
Service to our community is at the core of Child Care and Early Learning Education, including jobs that improve the well-being of children and families.
Variety & Diversity
Child Care and Early Learning Education offers a variety of settings and age ranges of children, from infants to teenagers.
Opportunity
Child Care and Early Learning Educator jobs are in high-demand. Career paths can range from center or classroom assistants to teachers.
Training & Education
Training and education can span from short-term paid (“Earn while you learn”) to college degree levels. Depending on your situation, scholarships and other financial supports may be available to help you gain the knowledge and experience to start then grow your career.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Highlighted Jobs from WorkSource Rogue Valley’s Business Services Team and Links to Job Boards Below
Who’s hiring?
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Substitute Teacher K-12 (CR) JL ID: 3802423
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Infant/Toddler/Preschool Teachers (CR) JL ID: 3795523
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Bilingual/Biliterate Administrative Assistant III (ID 3770166)
WorkSource Rogue Valley WorkSource Rogue ValleyMedford