• Host schools in the United States must be affiliated with an accredited K-12 educational system, whether public, charter, or private, and provide comprehensive academic programs on a full-time basis.
• Accreditation by relevant educational authorities in their respective jurisdictions is mandatory for host schools, ensuring their financial stability to offer full-time teaching positions.
• J-1 exchange teachers must be compensated with salaries and benefits comparable to those of U.S. teachers with similar qualifications and experience.
• Employment contracts must cover a full academic year, extendable up to 3 years with a potential 2-year extension under the J-1 Program.
• Host schools are obliged to organize annual cross-cultural activities, integral to the J-1 Program, within both the school and local community, and assign mentors to support participating teachers at the program’s commencement.
• All accredited public and private U.S. primary and secondary schools (K-12) are eligible to host exchange visitor teachers, with teaching positions being full-time (minimum 32 hours per week) and starting at the beginning of the academic year.
• Exchange Visitor Teachers must adhere to any applicable collective bargaining agreement, and their roles, responsibilities, hours of employment, and compensation must be equivalent to those of similarly-situated U.S. teachers.
We streamline the process, making it effortless for you to find outstanding teachers from across the globe!
CONNECT: Reach out to us via email to explore our program and current job openings.
ASSESS: Evaluate highly qualified teachers from our diverse pool of applicants. You’ll review resumes, watch video introductions, and select the candidates who capture your interest.
ENGAGE: Let us organize online interviews, enabling you to meet applicants and choose based on your school’s specific requirements and preferences. Once you extend an offer, we’ll assist the candidate with all necessary paperwork.
FINALIZE: Confirm your selection, and we’ll prepare your chosen teacher for their journey. We’ll handle visa documentation and provide support for relocation, ensuring they settle smoothly into their new environment.
EMBRACE: Welcome your new cultural emissary to your school, opening doors to fresh possibilities. While we’ve managed much of the groundwork, we encourage you to support the teacher’s transition and embrace them warmly into your community!