Teach in Illinois: J-1 Teacher Visa Program
Program Overview
Bilingual teachers fluent in English and Spanish can apply to Spirit’s J-1 Teacher Program for placements in U.S. elementary schools (Grades K–5). Positions last 1–3 years, with possible 2-year extensions. Applicants must:
- Be certified to teach in their home country
- Hold a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s in education or the subject taught
- Have 2+ years of teaching experience
- Be cur...
Bilingual teachers fluent in English and Spanish can apply to Spirit’s J-1 Teacher Program for placements in U.S. elementary schools (Grades K–5). Positions last 1–3 years, with possible 2-year extensions. Applicants must:
- Be certified to teach in their home country
- Hold a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s in education or the subject taught
- Have 2+ years of teaching experience
- Be currently teaching or hold an advanced degree
- Meet U.S. state teaching standards
- Demonstrate advanced English proficiency
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Updated Nov 5, 2025
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Locations
- Illinois, United States
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026, 2027
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Families
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Spanish
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Transcript
- Resume
- Online Application
Age Requirement
All Ages
Duration
- Short Term
- Long Term
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Salary & Compensation
$49,000 per year+, based on applicants experience and degree.
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To be eligible for the J-1 Teacher Exchange Program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in education, teaching, or the subject they intend to teach
- At least two years of full-time teaching experience
- Certified or qualified to teach in their home country
- Currently teaching, or have recently earned an advanced degree in the subject they plan to teach
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