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US Teacher Recruitment 2026

Teach in the US — Live Your International Dream

Schools across North Carolina and Ohio are actively hiring qualified international teachers. If you have the passion to teach and the credentials to match, this is your opportunity to build a life and career in the United States.

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Teaching in the US

What an American classroom is really like, what districts look for, and how your experience translates.

Updated Apr 2026

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All about the J-1 Visa

DS-2019, embassy interviews, the 2-year rule, dependents, costs and timelines — answered, step by step.

Updated May 2026

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Applications close on 24th May, 2026.

Districts review applications on a rolling basis — earlier applicants typically receive interview slots faster. It takes a few minutes to apply.

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North Carolina

Alamance-Burlington School System

  • Grades 9–12 Mathematics

  • Plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students

  • Monitors and evaluates student outcomes

  • Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week, 10 months/year

  • Salary: Teacher Salary Schedule plus supplement

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in an applicable field for applicable level(s)

  • If transferring from another school system, must have received 'meets standards' or above standard evaluations with no action plans for improvement

  • Willingness to relocate to North Carolina and undergo credential equalization

Visa Category: J-1 Visa

  • Grades 9–12 Science

  • Plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students

  • Monitors and evaluates student outcomes

  • Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week, 10 months/year

  • Salary: Teacher Salary Schedule plus supplement

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in an applicable field for applicable level(s)

  • If transferring from another school system, must have received 'meets standards' or above standard evaluations with no action plans for improvement

  • Willingness to relocate to North Carolina and undergo credential equalization

Visa Category: J-1 Visa

  • Exceptional Children Teacher

  • Plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities

  • Develops and implements Individual Education Programs (IEPs)

  • Monitors each student's progress and maintains EC records in compliance with state and federal guidelines

  • Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week, 10 months/year

  • Salary: Teacher salary schedule plus local supplement

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in an approved program in special education

  • Experience working with students with special needs

  • Must possess valid NC certification in the area of Exceptional Children in one or more specialty areas, or be eligible to receive certification

  • Willingness to relocate to North Carolina and undergo credential equalization

Visa Category: J-1 Visa

Granville County Schools

  • Classroom Teacher — Math: General

  • Plans, organizes and presents instruction and instructional environments

  • Monitors student performance and provides instructional feedback

  • Maintains accurate records to document student performance

  • Full-time position

  • Salary: $4,100 to $7,079 per month

Requirements

  • Degree in education or in a related area that will qualify for licensure as a teacher by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

  • Willingness to relocate to North Carolina and undergo credential equalization

Visa Category: J-1 Visa

  • Classroom Teacher — Science: General

  • Plans, organizes and presents instruction and instructional environments

  • Monitors student performance and provides instructional feedback

  • Maintains accurate records to document student performance

  • Full-time position

  • Salary: $4,100 to $7,079 per month

Requirements

  • Degree in education or in a related area that will qualify for licensure as a teacher by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

  • Willingness to relocate to North Carolina and undergo credential equalization

Visa Category: J-1 Visa

  • Special Education — General Special Education

  • Provides special education services to students identified as disabled in accordance with state and federal regulations

  • Develops and implements Individual Education Programs (IEPs)

  • Monitors student's progress and maintains EC records in compliance with state and federal guidelines

  • Full-time position

  • Salary: $4,100 to $7,079 per month

Requirements

  • Degree in special education, and certification in at least one area of disability as a teacher by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

  • Willingness to relocate to North Carolina and undergo credential equalization

Visa Category: J-1 Visa

Ohio

Dayton Public Schools

  • Introduce foundational STEM concepts to young learners

  • Hands-on, curiosity-driven activities

  • Build early foundations in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Education or a relevant subject area

  • Valid teaching certification or equivalent qualification

  • Minimum 2 years of classroom teaching experience

  • Willingness to relocate to the US and undergo credential equalization

Visa Category: J-1 Visa

  • Classroom Teacher — Math: General

  • Plans, organizes and presents instruction and instructional environments

  • Monitors student performance and provides instructional feedback

  • Maintains accurate records to document student performance

  • Full-time position

Requirements

  • Degree in education or in a related area that will qualify for licensure as a teacher by the Ohio Department of Education

  • Willingness to relocate to Ohio and undergo credential equalization

Visa Category: J-1 Visa

  • Classroom Teacher — Science: General

  • Plans, organizes and presents instruction and instructional environments

  • Monitors student performance and provides instructional feedback

  • Maintains accurate records to document student performance

  • Full-time position

Requirements

  • Degree in education or in a related area that will qualify for licensure as a teacher by the Ohio Department of Education

  • Willingness to relocate to Ohio and undergo credential equalization

Visa Category: J-1 Visa

  • Exceptional Children Teacher

  • Plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities

  • Develops and implements Individual Education Programs (IEPs)

  • Monitors each student's progress and maintains EC records in compliance with state and federal guidelines

  • Full-time position

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in an approved program in special education

  • Experience working with students with special needs

  • Must possess valid Ohio certification in the area of Exceptional Children in one or more specialty areas, or be eligible to receive certification

  • Willingness to relocate to Ohio and undergo credential equalization

Visa Category: J-1 Visa

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you apply.

The J-1 is a non-immigrant visa that allows qualified international teachers to work in US public schools for up to 5 years under a cultural exchange programme. Suraasa guides you through the entire visa process — from understanding your eligibility to completing the application.