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This is not a job application or application for visa sponsorship!

Complete this form to be included in a general pool of candidates for fall 2025 programs.
We are thrilled you are interested in applying for the BridgeUSA program to teach in U.S. primary and secondary schools. If you'd like to be considered for programs starting July/August 2025, please complete this form.

Cultural Vistas leverages the power of international exchange to connect lives, enhance global skills, and drive positive change. Our teacher program aims to foster intercultural learning between Americans and other nations including students of all ages. Teachers are embedded in communities for 3-5 years creating lasting relationships with students, colleagues and parents. This type of sustained dialogue creates the ability for people from different backgrounds to appreciate diverse perpsectives and fosters collaboration.

As a BridgeUSA sponsor, Cultural Vistas is responsible for administering exchange programs in compliance with the U.S. Department of State’s public diplomacy goals and visa requirements. Cultural Vistas can provide qualified individuals with the J-1 Visa sponsorship necessary to pursue full-time paid teaching positions at accredited K-12 schools. We are also charged with monitoring and support through the whole program.

For more specific details on J-1 programs, please review this Power Point before you submit this form. Submitting this form DOES NOT guarantee you a position and does not constitute an application for sponsorship.

How it works:

First, you must purchase a credential evaluation report before you can submit your resume. Download this guide if you aren't familiar with Credential Reports. We will not review your submission if you do not submit a report.

After you submit, we will first assess your basic eligibility for the visa. If you are a viable candidate AND we have a potential position for you, you will be asked to submit more information before being added to the 2025 pool of candidates. If you do not hear from us, that means you may not be qualified or we do not yet have a position that matches you. We cannot respond to every person due to high volume.

If you are not yet sure whether you want to be considered, you do not need to complete this form. Please contact me at cgillam@culturalvistas.org to discuss your interest and clarify any questions you have.

Note: We cannot guarantee location, salary, etc. If you are set on certain places or other specifics, please do not submit your resume and, instead, search for positions by conducting research and applying yourself. Schools do not need to be pre-registered with us or have experience with the J-1 but you should thoroughly review the power point to educate yourself before applying for positions.

J-1 eligibility requirements: Please read the eligibility very carefully! Just becuase you qualify to teach in your country does not mean you meet U.S. visa requirements. Here are few of the basics.
- Possesses equivalent to U.S. 4- year bachelor degree or above in education or the subject you teach.
- Two years of full-time teaching experience in K-12 schools (not interns, assistants or fill-in subs or language schools, cultural centers or other non-primary or secondary school)
- Currently teaching abroad at the time of application
APPLICANT INFORMATION
First Name*
Last Name*
Citizenship*
Email*
example@example.com
Are you currently employed teaching full-time as a classroom teacher for 24-25 in a primary or secondary school? *not an assistant, aide, substitute, tutor or intern **not a language/cultural center, online school, adult education site, day care or post-secondary institution*

YES- I am teaching full-time in a primary or secondary school for the 24-25 school yearNO- this means you may not qualify for the fall 2025 program
What grade levels have you taught?*

Pre-kindergartenKindergartenElementaryMiddle SchoolHigh SchoolAll levels
Do you have experience teaching subjects OTHER THAN ENGLISH in primary or secondary schools?

YESNO
Which subjects do you have experience teaching?*

I am a general elementary education teacher.MathSciencesSocial Studies/HistoryEnglish languageForeign languagesEnglish language AND literatureSpecial EducationOther
Which languages? Do NOT specify your own language unless you have actual experience teaching it. **

SpanishFrenchGermanChineseOther
Which sciences?*

PhysicsChemistryBiologyEarth Science/Environmental ScienceOther
How many years of teaching experience do you have in primary and secondary schools as a lead teacher?*
Not an intern, student teacher or aide
Education. Which best describes you?*

I have a 4-year bachelor or a master or PhD in education or the subject I teach.I have a 4-year bachelor not related to education or my subject but I have an additional teaching diploma.I have a 3-year bachelor in education or the subject I teach.I have a 3-year bachelor not related to education or my subject but I have an additional teaching diploma.Other
Can you easily obtain your university transcripts (course list) in addition to your diploma?*

YesNo- this is required in order to be placed with a school as you must obtain a credential report. See details at the bottom.
Have you previously studied or worked overseas?*

YesNo
Please explain.
Do you specialize in any of the following?* your resume must clearly support this*

Montessori education (I received official Montessori training)International Baccalaureate (at an official IBO school)Waldorf educationSpecial Education (holds a SPED degree)English as a Second Language/English Language LearnersBilingual/Immersion teachingExperience using U.S. Common Core standards in your classesI have given instruction in English.
I hold a formal degree or certificate in one of these specialized areas. This does not simply mean you teach English to non-native speakers. These are officially recognized certifications.*

Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)I do not hold these certifications.
Are you able to pay Cultural Vistas fees? Some schools are able to assist with this and some are not. The below amounts do not include bringing spouse and children. We recommend they come later in the year for this reason. **

Yes- I can pay the minimum one year sponsorship and insurance fee of $2630 and the embassy fee of $185.Yes- I can pay SOME of the one year sponsorship and insurance fee of $2630 and the embassy fee of $185.No-none
In addition to CV fees, there will be costs associated with moving to the U.S. including flights to the U.S., initial money to set up housing including furnishings and deposits, potentially licensing fees if a teacher license is required. After paying pre-departure expenses including flights, we recommend bringing $2000-3000 to the U.S. to support your first month, more if you have dependents. Do you believe you would be able to support these additional costs?*

YesNoUnsure
Please study your resume and use the following tips. SAMPLE RESUME

English resumes only!

Do not put age, gender, religion, salary, marital status, photos, or nonbusiness/professional social media.

When listing jobs, start with the current and work down.

Each job you list should:

-clearly indicate the grade levels or ages and subjects taught. You can always write “all subjects” when applicable.
-clearly indicate the city/country as many of you are teaching around the world and not in your home country.
-include dates of employment MM/YY – MM/YY. This helps me understand your complete history.
-indicate if you taught in English if not in an English-speaking country. This highlights your English skills.
-indicate if specific curricula/models were used such as International Baccalaureate, Cambridge or Common Core or a bilingual setting.

Keep education and work experience up front. Additional trainings and seminars should come later. Show off your core qualifications first!

Don’t overdo it. Resumes should be no more than 2 pages.
Resume*

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Have you purchased a credential evaluation report which compares your foreign education with U.S. education?

Yes, I sent my diplomas and transcripts to an evaluation agency and obtained a report which states the U.S. equivalence of my degrees. I will upload the credential report that I purchased and NOT my diplomas or transcripts.Yes, I sent my diplomas and transcripts to an evaluation agency but I have not yet received my report.No, I have not done this.
You cannot submit this form until you purchase a credential evaluation report of your diplomas comparing them to the U.S. diplomas. Find the Credential Guide linked above.
DO NOT UPLOAD YOUR DIPLOMAS OR TRANSCRIPTS BELOW! Please upload the report your purchased from the credential agency which states the U.S. equivalence of your degree(s). If you do not understand this, please read the Credential Evaluation Guide linked above. You will not be considered for positions if you upload diplomas and transcripts instead of an official report from a credential evaluation agency.
Credential Evaluation Report *

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I confirm that I understand this program is for temporary cultural exchange and will not lead to permanent residency or citizenship in the U.S. I will return to my country after the program and plan to use what I learn in the U.S. in my schools and community.

I understand by completing this form I am not guaranteed a position or visa sponsorship. This form is an expression of interest in this program and Cultural Vistas will contact me only if there is a position that fits my background.

I consent to the use of my personal data for the purposes of program application and administration. Terms and Privacy Policy.
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This is not a job application or application for visa sponsorship!

APPLICANT INFORMATION

You cannot submit this form until you purchase a credential evaluation report of your diplomas comparing them to the U.S. diplomas. Find the Credential Guide linked above.