Daycare helper NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for daycare helper.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for daycare helper is 42202 (Early childhood educators and assistants), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's eligible for Education category draws.
NOC code
42202
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
Education
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 42202 covers
Early childhood educators plan, organize and implement programs for children between the ages of infancy and 12 years. Early childhood educator assistants provide care for infants and preschool- to school-age children under the guidance of early childhood educators. Early childhood educators and assistants lead children in activities to stimulate and develop their intellectual, physical and emotional growth and ensure their security and well-being. They are employed in child-care centres, daycare centres, kindergartens, agencies for exceptional children and other settings where early childhood education services are provided. Supervisors of early childhood educators and assistants are included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 42202 — Early childhood educators and assistants |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Early childhood educators
- Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
- Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs, taking children to local points of interest and providing opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
- Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
- Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members
- Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
To use NOC 42202 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 42202 →
Other job titles under NOC 42202
- Child care worker assistant
- Daycare supervisor
- Daycare worker
- Early childhood assistant
- Early childhood education worker
- Early childhood educator - preschool
- Early childhood educator (ECE)
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 42202, one of these may fit better:
- Aircraft mechanic helper — NOC 75119 (Other trades helpers and labourers, TEER 5)
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- Bindery helper — NOC 95109 (Other labourers in processing, manufacturing and utilities, TEER 5)
- Blacksmith helper — NOC 95101 (Labourers in metal fabrication, TEER 5)
- Bricklayer helper — NOC 75110 (Construction trades helpers and labourers, TEER 5)
- Cable installer helper — NOC 75119 (Other trades helpers and labourers, TEER 5)
- Carpenter helper — NOC 75110 (Construction trades helpers and labourers, TEER 5)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for daycare helper?+
In NOC 2021, "daycare helper" is an example title in unit group 42202 — Early childhood educators and assistants. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services" broad category.
Is daycare helper eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 42202 is TEER 2, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does daycare helper get extra CRS points?+
NOC 42202 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a daycare helper get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
Yes — NOC 42202 is on IRCC's list for Education occupations. You generally need have accumulated, within the past 3 years, at least 12 months of full-time work experience (or an equal amount of part-time experience) — this experience does not need to be continuous.
What if my job title says daycare helper but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 42202. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.