Apprenticeships
Overview
The Arizona Teacher Registered Apprenticeship Program (AZTRAP) prepares future educators through paid, hands-on classroom experience under the mentorship of experienced teachers. By combining on-the-job training with Educator Preparation Program coursework, AZTRAP helps build a stronger, more sustainable teacher workforce for Local Education Agencies.
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- An apprentice is an individual who is working in a Local Education Agency under the mentorship of a journeyworker. In addition, they are completing coursework to attain certification.
- A Local Education Agency (LEA) is a school district or charter that hires the apprentice and provides them with hands-on experience and pay.
- An Educator Prep Program (EPP) is a college or university approved by the Arizona State Board of Education that works with the Local Education Agency to develop the necessary coursework for the apprentice to complete.
Apprenticeship Information Request Form AZTRAP Frequently Asked Questions
“Hands-on time in the classroom from the first day of school—rather than traditional student teaching—made all the difference. The gradual ramp‑up to teaching full‑time, paired with coursework and reflection, helped me truly learn the profession. I love this program and feel fully prepared for my future as an educator.”
— Apprentice, Secondary Education
