Uniting Our World Through Global Learning

At Participate Learning, we believe every student deserves a chance to reach their full potential. That's why we've been partnering with schools and districts in the United States since 1987 to provide International teachers the opportunity to gain new skills, form life-changing connections and impact young lives.

As a Participate Learning Ambassador teacher, you can experience teaching in the U.S. education system while sharing your traditions with your new community. You will help plan events to celebrate your favourite holidays and serve as a role model and mentor to your school community.  

In collaboration with Fairfax County Public Schools, we are excited to offer international teachers the opportunity to transform our communities' most valuable potential—our children—and shape a thriving future. Fairfax teacher salaries are widely known as among the most competitive in the U.S. education system; please follow the link to the school district salary scale.  

As one of the original 13 colonies, Virginia has many historic landmarks, including Mount Vernon, the location of George Washington's first home and Colonial Williamsburg. Richmond is the state's capital and one of the country's oldest cities. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy visiting the Shenandoah Valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains in the western part of the state. Additionally, Virginia offers city living among the suburbs of Washington, DC and miles of beachfront access to the Atlantic Ocean for those who love spending time at the coast.

We are looking for passionate Elementary school teachers committed to sharing their culture, embracing U.S. culture, and increasing mutual understanding between U.S. citizens and citizens of their home country. All applicants must hold a Primary teaching qualification and currently teach within a Primary school setting. 

All international candidates are required to apply directly with Participate Learning. Participate Learning has been an official BridgeUSA exchange visitor program with the U.S. Department of State for more than 30 years and has helped more than 10,000 international educators experience teaching full-time in the U.S. Participate Learning is designated to screen, provide visa sponsorship, and support participants throughout their stay in the United States in conjunction with their host school. Candidates must successfully complete Participate Learning's application process to be considered for this position.