J1 Programs USA

Teach Program

Teach in a US School. Sharpen your skills and gain valuable experience by teaching in the U.S.

Detail about the Program

What's included

The Teach USA program brings engaging, qualified international teachers to U.S. host schools to promote cultural understanding and public diplomacy.

The purpose the program is to promote the interaction between U.S. and international teachers. Teachers are placed in a K-12 host school for 1-3 years and teach a wide range of subjects. Teachers can expect to sharpen their professional skills and take part in cross-cultural activities within their schools and local communities.

Job Placement

SPI will schedule you for interviews with US Schools for job placement until you receive a job offer. SPI will process all paperwork and vetting for approval in order to receive the DS 2019.

SEVIS, DS 2019, AND INSURANCE

Through SPI's partner J1 Sponsor, we offer the full package including when it comes to our teacher program. SPI also offers housing options.

24/7 SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE

SPI offers 24/7 support during the Program for safety and guidance.

Sharpen your skills and gain valuable experience by teaching in the U.S.
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Eligibility

All Teach applicants must:

  • Meet the qualifications for teaching at the primary or secondary levels in schools in their country of nationality.
  • Have a degree equivalent to a 4-year U.S. bachelor’s degree in Education or the academic subject field in which they intend to teach.
  • Have a minimum of 2 years teaching or related professional experience.
  • Satisfy the teaching eligibility standards of the U.S. state in which he or she will teach, including any required criminal background checks.
  • Be of good reputation and character.
  • Agree to come to the U.S. as a full-time teacher of record in an accredited primary (including pre-kindergarten) or secondary school.
  • Be proficient in English. Teachers will be interviewed in English to assess verbal ability and comprehension.
  • Be working as a teacher at the time of application.

Applicants NOT working as a teacher at the time of application must:

  • Meet the qualifications for teaching at the primary or secondary levels in schools in his or her home country (including pre-kindergarten).
  • Have at least two years of full-time teaching experience within the past eight years.
  • Have completed an advanced degree (in Education or in the academic area he or she intends to teach) within 12 months of his or her application submission date for the program
  • Have a completed Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE)