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Teach in Illinois: J-1 Teacher Visa Program
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
Program Highlights
Gain valuable experience in the USA as a temporary exchange teacher at an American school for one to three years.
Teach 32 hours per week with a salary equivalent to American teachers.
Take advantage of the optional Host School placement service available.
Share your culture by arranging formal cross-cultural events and virtual classroom exchanges with students in your home country.
Guarantee a high-quality placement service with support 24 hours a day / 7 days a week and count on our fast response!
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- Illinois, United States
- Short Term
- Long Term
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
- South African
- Kiwi
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Locations
- Illinois, United States
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027
- Short Term
- Long Term
Age Requirement
Open to All Ages
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Couples, Families
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Travel Insurance
- Job Search Support
- Certificate of Completion
- Emergency Support
Salary & Compensation
$49,000 per year+, based on applicants experience and degree.
Qualifications & Experience
- English
- Spanish
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Transcript
- Resume
- Online Application
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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
Spirit Cultural Exchange
Spirit Cultural Exchange
Ready to Learn More?
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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