ECCE Scope: Salary, Job Roles, Career after ECCE

The ECCE is a fastly growing field focusing on the whole development of children in their growing years (0–8 years). ECCE professionals demand in preschools, daycare centers, NGOs, and government programs is increasing because people are adopting to the early education system.

Some leading preschool chains like Kidzee, EuroKids, Little Millennium, Shemrock, and KLAY, as well as organizations like ICDS, Save the Children, CRY, and Teach for India hire ECCE teachers in India. 

To know more about Early Childhood Care and Education Jobs, read the article further.

Top Job Profiles in Early Childhood Care and Education

ECCE courses prepare to work with young children in various educational, caregiving, and developmental roles.

Early Childhood Care and Education Jobs

Check some jobs in the table below for ECCE graduates in India -

ECCE Job Profiles	ECCE Job Description	ECCE Average Salary
Kindergarten Teachers	Their role is to teach basic concepts such as letters, numbers, colors, foster social skills, and support early development of the child.	INR 2.8 LPA - INR 7.5 LPA
Preprimary Teachers	They are essential to a child's early development because they provide a secure setting for learning and development.	INR 2.9 LPA - INR 5.4 LPA
Montessori Teacher	They are the teachers who use Montessori methods to guide self-directed learning in the early years of a child.	INR 2.2 LPA - INR 5.6 LPA
Caretaker / Nanny	Caretakers can find employment in various places, such as homes, hospitals, and schools. They provide care, support to the children through developmental activities.	INR 2.2 LPA - INR 10 LPA
Anganwadi Worker	Anganwadi workers implement the government's early childhood programs like ICDS (Integrated Child Development Services) and help in the early learning of a child in rural and urban areas.	INR 2.8 LPA - INR 4.4 LPA
Special Education Assistant	They support children with special needs and help them learn through customized approaches.	INR 2.1 LPA - INR 7.8 LPA
Home Tutor	A private tutor who works with pupils one-on-one in their homes is known as a home tutor.	INR 2 LPA - INR 5 LPA
Daycare Manager	Their work is to manage the daily operations of daycare centres, ensuring safety and supervising the staff.	INR 2.8 LPA - INR 7.5 LPA
ECCE Content Developer	They are responsible for designing age-appropriate learning materials and activities for the children.	INR 3.2 LPA - INR 9 LPA

Note - The above salary has been taken from Ambitionbox.com.

Early Childhood Care and Education Top Recruiters

Check some of the top recruiters for Early Childhood Care and Education professionals in India -

ECCE Top Recruiters
EuroKids	Bachpan Play School	Anganwadi Centers
Kidzee	Footprints Childcare	Pratham Education Foundation
BYJU’S (for early learners)	CRY (Child Rights and You)	Ministry of Women and Child Development
Little Millennium	State Child Welfare Departments	Hello Kids
TreeHouse Education	KLAY Prep Schools and Daycare	Shemrock & Shemford Group of Schools

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Early Childhood Care and Education Jobs: Core Industries and Further Education

ECCE students are in high demand in many sectors that work on early development, education, and child welfare. ECCE gives specialized training in child psychology, teaching methods, and caregiving. Check some top Early Childhood Care and Education job options that are widely chosen by the ECCE graduates in India and abroad -

Core Industries	Job Description
Early Childhood Education & Preschool Industry	ECCE professionals teach young children foundational skills like language, numbers, and social behavior through play-based and activity-based learning in preschools and kindergartens.
Childcare & Daycare Services	The work of ECCE graduates in this industry involves supervising and caring for children in daycares or crèches, ensuring their safety, hygiene, emotional comfort, and basic developmental stimulation throughout the day.
Government & Public Welfare Programs	Professionals implement early childhood education and nutrition programs at the grassroots level, conduct community outreach, and monitor child development in Anganwadi and ICDS centers.
NGOs and Non-Profit Organizations	ECCE Graduates work in early learning initiatives, community education, parenting workshops, and child welfare projects, often focusing on underserved or rural populations.
Educational Publishing and Curriculum Development	They design age-appropriate learning materials, worksheets, activity books, and teaching manuals aligned with early learning goals and curriculum frameworks.
Special Education & Inclusive Learning	ECCE graduates assist children with learning or developmental challenges through customized teaching strategies, often supporting lead special educators in inclusive classrooms.
EdTech and Online Early Learning Platforms	Professionals in this industry create engaging online lessons, videos, and educational games for young learners or conduct virtual preschool classes using interactive digital tools.

Note - The above info has been taken from external sites and may vary.

Courses after ECCE

Below are some popular courses along with their descriptions that ECCE students can choose after their bachelor's if they want to continue their studies -

Courses	Description
B.Ed	After pursuing ECCE, candidates can opt for a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) if they aim to teach in higher classes or for a School Assistant (SA) post.
M.Ed	An M.Ed. is a master's degree that typically lasts two years. To enroll in an M.Ed. program, candidates must first obtain a B.Ed. or a relevant degree from a recognized institution or college, as ECCE is a certificate or diploma course.
PhD	Doctor of Philosophy or PhD is a 3-year duration course. It is a doctorate-level degree course that can be pursued after a master's degree.

Note - The above info has been taken from external sites and may vary.

Best ECCE Colleges for Placements

Campus placements are a great way to kickstart your career journey with top employers and a good salary package. Check some top ECCE colleges in the table below for more placement details -

ECCE Colleges in India	Median Package offered
Jamia Millia Islamia Placements	INR 9.25 LPA
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Placements	INR 4.5 LPA
Guru Nanak Dev University Placements	INR 4.25 LPA
SNDT College Placements	INR 3.3 LPA
Tata Institute of Social Sciences - School of Vocational Education Placements	INR 1.5 - 3.08 LPA

Note - The above salary has been taken from official sites and may vary.

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