Across the U.S., states are constantly in the midst of teacher shortages. California's teaching prep and residency programs are supposed to be part of the solution. But many hopeful teachers struggle to balance their passion with the risk of debt and high cost of living. Imperfect Paradise guest host and K-12 Senior Reporter Mariana Dale and LAist&rsquo;s Higher Education Reporter Julia Barajas bring us <a href="https://laist.com/news/education/california-teacher-pipeline-money-funding">the tale of two teachers in L.A. County</a>, who are both facing difficult financial and professional choices. They examine what their stories say about teacher shortages and the cost of becoming an educator. Grow your business &ndash; no matter what stage you&rsquo;re in. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/paradise Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.<a href="https://LAist.com/join" rel="payment">Support LAist Today: https://LAist.com/join</a>

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