Teacher Prep

Explore the urgent crisis in teacher preparation: declining enrollments, persistent shortages, and the rise of innovative apprenticeship models. At Craft Education, we're connecting systems to build seamless, work-based pathways that empower educators and close equity gaps for a resilient future.

States are tackling educator shortages with innovative pipelines like paid apprenticeships, residencies, and tech-driven tracking. Craft Education’s platforms support scalable solutions, connecting systems to build sustainable teacher pathways.

Grow-your-own (GYO) programs tackle the U.S. teacher shortage by training diverse school staff into certified educators. Debunking myths about scope, quality, cost, and standards, this blog highlights Talent Together’s 98% success and Craft Education’s role in scaling sustainable teacher pipelines. 🌱

With teacher prep enrollment declining, EPPs are embracing partnerships with districts to build scalable, rigorous pathways. See how Craft Education helps make it work.

Discover how registered teacher apprenticeships are changing educator prep—offering paid, practice-based pathways with real results for schools and aspiring teachers.

Traditional teacher preparation programs are outdated and underserving both schools and aspiring educators. Teacher apprenticeships—especially those supported by organizations like Craft Education—offer a pragmatic, scalable, and more effective alternative.