CCUSA’s Teacher USA is designated by the United States Department of State as a BridgeUSA J-1 Visa Teacher Program Sponsor. Teacher USA allows qualified international teachers from around the world to teach full-time in accredited public and private primary and secondary schools (K – 12) in the United States. Exchange Teachers must work at least one full school year and can work for up to three years with the option to extend for an additional two years. Exchange Teachers can expect to enhance their professional development, participate in cross-cultural activities, and encourage learning for all parties.
Teachers in the CCUSA Teacher USA program are allowed to work at K – 12 schools in the following positions: General Education (primary grades); Bilingual Education (English, Spanish, French); Foreign Languages; STEM and Special Education.
During the academic year, teachers will be required to share their culture by participating in and planning at least two cross-cultural activities a year. Some popular activities include class pen pals, International Day in the classroom, art projects from your home country, and many more. These are exciting activities created to enhance the impact of the program on the teacher, students, and community.
The exchange Teacher is responsible for finding their own placement with an approved and accredited host school.
Teacher USA will match the exchange Teacher to one of our approved and accredited host schools.
The benefits of going with CCUSA are endless, but here are just a few highlights.
Coverage for the first 60 days, before your Host School’s insurance starts.
24-hour emergency assistance while in the USA.
Earn the same salary and receive the same benefits as U.S. teachers.
Ability to bring your spouse and/or children as BridgeUSA J-2 dependents. CCUSA will assist you with the paperwork and visa sponsorship.
30-Day grace period to travel within the US after you complete your teacher contract.
(First Year)
(First Year)
(Annual fee due in June of each program year)
60 days of comprehensive + 1 year of repatriation coverage included in program fees for the first year. One year of repatriation coverage is included in renewal fees for years 2 – 5.
The following fees are not included in your program fees and set by independent bodies.
*All expenses are dependent on the state and area you will be living
**Your Host School will provide a more accurate personal Budget Calculator 30 days prior to arrival. This will list expenses based on your school and the area you will be living.
Every employee in the U.S. is subject to Federal, State, and FICA (Federal Insurance Contributions Act – payroll tax) withholdings. The amount of withholdings depends on your salary, dependents, state, and marital status. We encourage ALL of our teachers to use our CCUSA Tax Service as an option for filing taxes. We encourage our teachers to check the IRS website for the most up-to-date tax information. Many teachers will also hire professional tax preparers to help them stay current on the latest tax laws so they pay the least amount of taxes possible each year. We are not licensed tax specialists and therefore cannot give tax advice.
You will notice these deductions from your paycheck:
If accepted to the program, you will be required to complete and/or submit the following:
Teacher USA is a BridgeUSA J-1 Visa program and requires a signed DS2019 from CCUSA, as your program sponsor to enter the United States.
To obtain your visa, once accepted to the program and all fees are paid, CCUSA will issue you your DS2019 Form electronically. You will be required to take your DS2019 Form with you and go in person to the U.S. Embassy/Consulate in your home country for a Visa Interview.
Once your visa is granted, you will be allowed to enter the United States on the Teacher USA program.
CCUSA does not work with third-party agencies.