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Elementary Teacher

Participate is seeking elementary teachers (grades K-5) for our partner schools.

We have been an official U.S. Department of State Exchange Visitor Program for more than 30 years. Participate has helped more than 10,000 international educators experience being a full-time teacher in the United States. 

 

Posted: December 2018
This is a Direct to School Job

Applications for this position will be received directly by the school and will not be reviewed by Teach Away's Placement Coordinators.

Any communication about the job will take place directly between you and the institution. Tracking of your application status will take place within the application tracking system used by the school you are applying to (outside of your Teach Away Dashboard).

Please note that Teach Away provides information on behalf of schools and cannot accept liability for information provided or policies schools may adopt. Be sure to verify all details that apply to you, and check for the latest visa and work permit requirements. For any questions regarding job postings, please contact the school directly. Teach Away believes in diversity and inclusivity, and that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and be considered fairly and equally for employment. We ensure all schools we work with adhere to our pledge to promote inclusivity and diversity in education and recruitment practices.

Location North Carolina, South, USA
Start DateAugust 2019
Contract Length2 years
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher
Student LevelEarly Childhood, Elementary
Number of Vacancies20

Job Benefits

Participate places international teachers in full-time, salaried positions. All positions include competitive health benefits and structured professional development opportunities. We also assign teachers local advisors.

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
Teaching Credential/License
Education RequiredBachelor
MajorElementary (Primary)
Additional School Requirements
  • University degree in education or teaching (with proof of graduation)
  • At least two years of full-time teaching experience with students between the ages of 5-18 in public primary, private primary or secondary schools
  • Currently teaching (and not only within universities and/or language institutes in the last year)
  • Fluency in English, or English proficiency high enough to communicate effectively (oral and written) with your principal, colleagues and parents
  • Driver’s license and at least one year of experience driving a car (not a motorcycle)
  • Not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  • Availability to teach with Participate for at least two years
  • Please note that there is no age limit to apply