About Together Rising Los Angeles

Launched in 2024, the Together Rising Los Angeles (TRLA) Apprenticeship Program is an innovative initiative and the first registered apprenticeship in Southern California for early childhood educators and expanded learning teacher pathways.

TRLA nurtures the next generation of education professionals by providing participants with paid, hands-on learning and mentorship while they complete coursework with our community college partner, East Los Angeles College (ELAC). The program is sponsored by Early Care and Education Pathways to Success (ECEPTS), who serves as our program intermediary.

While on their journey, apprentices are eligible to obtain California Child Development Teacher Permits, building a stronger foundation for their educational futures.

Program Components:

All participants will:

• Be employed by Woodcraft Rangers as a Junior Rangers Club Leader/Club Leader, leading a group of up to 10 TK or 20 1st–3rd grade students;
• Enroll in cost-free ELAC Early Childhood Education (ECE) classes;
• Receive one-on-one mentorship and guidance; and,
• Attend mandatory classes and program meetings.

Eligibility and Participation:

To be eligible to participate in this program, participants must:

• Be 18 years or older;
• Be eligible to work in the United States; and,
• Have a high school diploma or GED.