Elementary Teacher

Teach Elementary in the U.S. with Participate Learning

Inspire young learners, share your culture and discover new possibilities for your teaching career.

Since 1987, Participate Learning has connected international educators with U.S. schools through cultural exchange. Join us as an Ambassador Teacher in Virginia, North Carolina or South Carolina and bring your experience and perspective to a new classroom.

• Make a difference: Help students discover the world through your teaching and culture.
• Grow as an educator: Explore new approaches and learn alongside U.S. colleagues.
• Find your community: Build lasting friendships with fellow Ambassador Teachers.
• Experience something lasting: Return home with fresh perspectives, meaningful connections and memories you’ll carry throughout your career.

• No sponsor fees
• Guidance through the visa process and support with relocation
• Mentoring as you settle into your school and community
• Professional development and leadership opportunities
• Opportunities to share your culture and bring new ideas home

Qualified primary/elementary teachers who are currently teaching, with training and experience teaching children aged 5–11 and at least two years of full-time, postgraduate teaching experience.

Teach Beyond Borders:
Discover the Ambassador Teacher programme, eligibility requirements and support available throughout your experience. https://co

Life as an Ambassador Teacher:
Hear teachers share their experiences of teaching, living and discovering life in the U.S. https://exper

Subject & grade level

• Subjects:
  All Subjects
• Grade levels: KG, Gr. 1, Gr. 2, Gr. 3, Gr. 4, Gr. 5

Requirements

• Minimum Education:
  
  Bachelor
• Teaching
  
  Experience:
  
  2+ years
• Licenses &
  
  Certifications:
  
  Teaching Credential/License
• Additional School Requirements:
  Hold a university degree in teacher education or the subject they teach, equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree. Demonstrate strong English proficiency for teaching and everyday communication. Hold a valid driver’s licence. Be available to teach with Participate Learning for at least two years. Meet the teaching and licensing requirements of the placement state, assessed during the application process.
• Visa Eligible Citizenships:
  Australia, Bahamas, The, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Canada, Guyana, Hong Kong, Ireland, Isle of Man, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, South, New Zealand, South Africa, Trinidad and Tobago, UK, Zimbabwe

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Other benefits:
  No sponsor fees Visa guidance and relocation support Ongoing mentoring and classroom support Professional development and leadership opportunities A welcoming international teacher community Cultural exchange and opportunities to explore life in the U.S.