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To address this problem, a university in a rural state in the Midwest partnered with their state’s agencies to develop a teacher apprenticeship pathway (TAP) for 78 paraprofessionals working in the state’s public, non-public, and tribal schools. The TAP provides an organized pathway to earn a teaching degree. This study reveals the perceptions ofthe participants after completing their first semester. The results reveal that most experiences are positive, yet they desire more communication and help with time management. The results of this study can be useful to principals and superintendents who may be partnering with stakeholders to begin a TAP.  \nKey Words  \nteacher apprenticeship pathway, rural, teacher shortage  \nTeacher education programs across the nation are seeing a decline in entrants (Evans et al., 2021) . Factors such as challenging classroom discipline, subpar compensation, and lack of encouragement from existing educators to enter the profession can be cited as among the reasons for the decline (Evans et al., 2021) . South Dakota, where this study is based, reflects this trend, with vacancies remaining unfilled throughout the state, particularly in rural areas. Rural states often have fewer applicants for teaching positions. This can be due to comparatively modest salaries, unique work environment factors, and high teacher attrition (Tran et al., 2020; Oyen & Schweinle, 2021; Hall & Giles, 2022) . One solution to this problem has been to develop alternative certification pathways for individuals living in rural areas to earn a teaching degree and become a certified teacher without relocating or leaving their current position. This is oftentimes called an earn-while-you-learn model.  \nThe South Dakota Teacher Apprenticeship Pathway (SDTAP) was developed as a strategic response to the critical teacher shortage confronting principals and superintendents in South Dakota. The program, developed in collaboration between one of the state’s public universities, Dakota State University, the South Dakota Department of Education, the South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulations, and the South Dakota Board of Regents, is the first registered apprenticeship in the state, as recognized by the United States Department of Labor and Regulation. The SDTAP provides aspiring paraprofessionals, currently working in South Dakota classrooms, a pathway to transition into certified teachers by completing a bachelor’s degree in education through Dakota State University. This grow-your-own approach provides principals and superintendents the ability to recruit, cultivate, and potentially employ interested paraprofessionals already  \nworking within their schools. The individuals enrolled in the program continue to serve as paraprofessionals while taking online coursework toward their teaching degree in elementary education or special education. In the fall of 2023, 78 paraprofessionals began their journey to becoming elementary or special education teachers within the SDTAP at Dakota State University.  \nPurpose of the Study  \nThis study aims to examine the perspectives of the participants within the South Dakota Teacher Apprenticeship Pathway (SDTAP). By going straight to the source, this research will examine the par","cbCaingLMaxL8Yaw","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaingLMaxL8Yaw","pdf",299321,12,"English","# Abstract\n# Purpose of the Study\n# Teacher Shortage, Recruitment, Retention, and Demand in Rural Areas\n## Rural challenges and recruitment barriers\n## Rural teaching roles, advantages, and homegrown vs. transplanted teachers","[{\"question\":\"What problem does the Teacher Apprenticeship Pathway (TAP) aim to address?\",\"answer\":\"It responds to the national teacher shortage that makes it difficult for principals and superintendents to hire certified teachers.\"},{\"question\":\"How many paraprofessionals participated in the South Dakota TAP, and what was the pathway?\",\"answer\":\"Seventy-eight paraprofessionals began the pathway in fall 2023, continuing to work while taking online coursework toward a bachelor’s degree in education.\"},{\"question\":\"What did participants report after completing their first semester?\",\"answer\":\"Most experiences were positive, but participants wanted improved communication and support for time management.\"},{\"question\":\"Why is recruitment in rural areas often difficult?\",\"answer\":\"Rural locales frequently face geographic isolation, lower salaries, and limited amenities, which can reduce the number of applicants.\"}]","A Teacher Apprenticeship Pathway in a Rural, Midwest State - Research Article | PDF",1792065088]