Teacher Apprenticeship Programs: Spotlight on Texas
Texas is strengthening the teacher pipeline by investing in robust resources and residencies that prioritize creating sustainable pathways into the profession.
Texas is addressing challenges in teacher retention and recruitment by enhancing the teacher pipeline and developing state guidelines for teacher apprenticeships, including tools, resources, and funding guidance to support the growth of these programs across the state. The Tri-Agency Work Group is creating state guidelines and resources for teacher apprenticeships, while the State Board of Educator Certification has adopted a teacher residency route to expand pathways into the profession.