WHAT WE DO
Since its founding, US PREP has worked across universities, districts, and state agencies to transform how educators are prepared and supported. We define the educator preparation ecosystem as the full continuum of institutions, policies, and people—spanning recruitment, preparation, staffing, and leadership. This work goes beyond redesigning teacher preparation programs: it reimagines the entire infrastructure that shapes teacher effectiveness, school staffing, and ultimately, student success.
With a coalition of over 40 universities—including over 25 in Texas—US PREP now leads one of the most ambitious educator preparation reform efforts in the country. Driven by strong, measurable results, the coalition is proving what’s possible when preparation is grounded in research, aligned with workforce needs, and supported by policy.
Our Services & Support
US PREP stands at the forefront of teacher preparation, acting as a dynamic center for research, innovation, and best practices. Our mission is to continually push boundaries, leveraging evidence-based methodologies and pioneering research to revolutionize teacher training and staffing. With a commitment to historically underserved students, we anticipate educational trends and adapt our programs to meet evolving needs. Below is a list of our technical assistance services.
FULL TRANSFORMATION
Redesigning Preparation for Lasting Change
A comprehensive, multi-year model that helps educator preparation programs redesign their teacher preparation systems from the ground up—building quality, scale, and sustainability.
RESIDENCY
STRATEGIC STAFFING
Aligning Talent, Time, and Resources
Connects teacher preparation with school staffing needs. Residents support partner schools while completing their training, and schools help fund resident stipends in exchange for their service—creating a sustainable pipeline that strengthens classrooms and prepares future teachers in real-world settings.
EDUCATOR PREPARATION PARTNERSHIP PATHWAYS
Connecting Systems to Grow Future Educators
A coordinated, regional approach that aligns high schools, community colleges, and universities—creating clear, supported pathways into teaching and strengthening the future educator pipeline.
ONGOING TRANSFORMATION
Sustaining the Work. Strengthening the Results.
A national learning community where partners continue to refine and scale their work—collaborating across institutions to sustain impact, share what works, and drive ongoing improvement in teacher preparation.
PIPELINE TO LEADERSHIP
Building Career Pathways. Strengthening Systems.
Reimagines how schools are staffed, how schedules are structured, and how teacher leader roles are designed—all to ensure students receive the support they need to succeed. By integrating preparation, staffing, and leadership development, P2L builds sustainable talent pipelines that strengthen schools and classrooms from day one.
COMMUNITIES OF PRACTICE
Solving Complex Challenges, Together
Regional coalitions using shared data, cross-sector collaboration, and continuous improvement to strengthen teacher pipelines.
CONSULTANCY SERVICES
Customized Solutions. Measurable Impact.
Hands-on consulting that helps systems design, implement, and sustain high-quality teacher preparation strategies.
