American University (AU), developed the Teacher Pipeline Program (TPP), where District of Columbia's (DC) high school students can earn college credit in education (i.e., dual enrollment) and a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. If they become Teaching Fellows, they can apply the college credit to their undergraduate program of study. And they can use their CDA credential to work in early childhood settings. Teaching Fellows also receive full scholarships and teaching positions (with coaching) upon completion of their undergraduate degree program. Again, the overarching goal of the program is to create "earning" opportunities for pre-service teachers to help relieve their financial burdens as they complete their preparation for the profession. The TPP has proven promising because of the following four critical factors: (1) financial and career support; (2) ongoing mentoring and coaching; (3) seamless transitions; and (4) supportive and inclusive community.