Elementary Teacher

Teach Away Inc.; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Visa guidance & relocation support

Mentoring & classroom support

Professional development

Cultural exchange

Job summary

Participate Learning invites qualified primary/elementary teachers to join the Ambassador Teacher programme in the U.S., with postings in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina. You will contribute to classrooms and share your culture while embracing new possibilities in your teaching career.

As an ambassador, you’ll teach ages 5–11, engage with U.S. colleagues, and benefit from visa guidance, relocation support, mentoring, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required (minimum).
• 2+ years of teaching experience.
• Teaching credential/license required for placement state.
• Strong English proficiency for teaching and everyday communication.
• Meet teaching/licensing requirements of placement state during application.

Responsibilities

• Teach children aged 5–11 (KG to Gr. 5) in U.S. schools.
• Share culture and participate in cultural exchange.
• Engage in visa guidance, relocation support, mentoring and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Strong English proficiency

Intercultural communication

Education

Bachelor

Teaching Credential/License

University degree in education or teaching subject

Job description

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.

Why choose Participate Learning?

• 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.

What you can expect:

• 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

We’re seeking:

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.

Want to learn more?

Teach Beyond Borders: Discover the Ambassador Teacher programme, eligibility requirements and support available throughout your experience. https://content.participatelearning.com/teachbeyondborders1

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

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.