Black & BIPOC Early Educator Pre-Apprenticeship Pathways Program
The Black & BIPOC Early Educator Pre-Apprenticeship Pathways Program recognizes the impact of having culturally affirming learning spaces from preschool to college. Representation in the classroom matters! This program aims to support and improve the quality, care, and education for our youngest learners by increasing the numbers of Black and Pacific Islander early educators in San Francisco.
Applications for the BIPOC ECE Adult 2026-27 cohort are now closed.
For Current High School Youth interested in joining our Fall 2026 ECE Career Pathways Program for 11th and 12th Graders, please email us at bipocece@childrenscouncil.org.
Program Benefits (Youth Pre-Apprentices)
- 6 college units in Child Development
- Early Childhood Educator certificate
- Educational stipends
- Free Tuition and Academic supplies
- On-going 1:1 individualized coaching and referrals
- Job Placement and Career Connections
- Peer and Community Support
This is more than a program, it is a community that nurtures, uplifts, and prepares future Black and Pacific Islander educators with the tools they need to thrive.
For more information, email us at bipocece@childrenscouncil.org
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