ECE Colleges & Preparation Programs
Supporting the Next Generation of Early Childhood Educators: Ethically, Professionally, and Compliantly
IAP-X partners with early childhood education programs to provide paid, W-2 classroom experience in licensed, compliance-ready environments.
Paid, Real-World Classroom Experience
IAP-X serves as a professional bridge between ECE preparation programs and licensed classrooms. We provide paid substitute placements that allow students and alumni to gain meaningful experience while maintaining academic commitments.
Who this supports
Seniors nearing program completion
Recent graduates seeking experience
Career switchers entering ECE
What students gain
Paid, W-2 employment
Exposure to multiple program models (Head Start, private centers, early learning programs)
Professional expectations aligned with licensing standards
Our Commitment to Professional Standards
IAP-X was built to reinforce, not undermine, the professionalism of early childhood education.
We believe educators deserve ethical employment, compliant environments, and clear expectations. Our model is designed to uphold the standards institutions work hard to instill.
Why Programs Partner with IAP-X
A Workforce Partner Aligned With Academic Standards
We intentionally reject gig-style staffing models in early childhood education
All educators are W-2 employees, not 1099 contractors
Placements occur only in licensed, ratio-compliant programs
Documentation and compliance are built into every assignment
We prioritize educator professionalism, safety, and sustainability
Supporting Field Experience & Workforce Readiness
Our partner centers operate in licensing-ready environments and understand the importance of stable, well-supervised classrooms. We collaborate with ECE programs to explore opportunities that support student field experience, practicum requirements, and workforce readiness, without the instability that often disrupts placements.
What We’re Looking For in Program Partners
We are especially interested in connecting with programs that:
Value ethical employment practices
Prepare students for licensed early learning environments
Care about workforce sustainability and educator retention