Building Your Teacher and Education Workforce: Apprenticeship Industry Roundtable

 

 

Overview:

 
Empire State University is hosting a collaborative roundtable focused on building the teacher workforce of the future. This event will bring together employers, municipal leaders, education partners, and workforce organizations to share insights, surface challenges, and explore practical solutions.
 
Together, we’ll examine how apprenticeship models can expand opportunities, strengthen career pathways, and ensure the Western New York education sector has the talent it needs to thrive.
 

Date & Time:

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST


Location:

680 West Fall Road
Rochester, NY 14620

 

This event is at capacity and registration is closed. To be added to the wait list please email  partners@sunyempire.edu .

Who You’ll Hear From:

 
  • Empire State University
    • College of Education
    • Office of Partnerships and Workforce Development
  • SUNY Office of Strategic Workforce Development & Apprenticeship Program
  • NYS Department of Labor
 

Highlights:

 
  • Participate in dynamic conversations about emerging workforce needs and apprenticeship training models
  • Gain best practices for developing and scaling registered apprenticeships in education
  • Connect with employers, education leaders, and workforce partners shaping the future of Western New York’s education sector
 

Why Attend?

 
Western New York’s education sector is facing real workforce pressures — from filling critical roles to navigating evolving legislation and funding opportunities. Apprenticeship offers a proven solution to building sustainable talent pipelines while supporting career growth and retention. This roundtable will spotlight what’s working, explore challenges, and identify next steps to strengthen the region’s education workforce.