Visa Help, Teaching Tips, and Money Advice for International Educators
Here’s a reminder to all who dream, aspire, and want. And yet (weirdly) make excuses about its fulfillment. Questions to ponder: Is what you dream of, aspire to, or desire true? Do you want your goals bad enough? What do you “really” want? Invariably, when you do not know what you “really” … Read more
Questions: Can your family apply for J2 visas when you apply for your J1 visa? Yes, but it depends on the sponsor too. Also, The US embassy will decide whether you will get approval. Is it best to bring your family at once? It depends on your priorities. Is the J2 process easy? Yes. … Read more
If you dream of teaching in the US to help your family, Believe in prayer that you have already received it. And it will be yours! And as you pray and believe, align your thoughts, words, and actions to the fulfillment of your dream. To align means to be conscious – of your … Read more
Some teachers will start the conversation with, “Ma’am Gemma, I have no money, but I really want to teach in the US!” Teachers, what you put your energy into is what you attract. When you declare that you have no money – you are already LIMITING what’s possible. You already give power to … Read more
I applied to this agency in 2007 without knowing how much the agency charges. I didn’t even ask HOW MUCH! I applied for a US job because I aspire to change my life – my children’s life, my husband’s! So, I was interviewed. I got the job. AND THEN, the agency asked … Read more
“I really, really want to teach in the US, but I have no money.” What I hear: I am poor. I have a dream. I have a dream, but I am poor, so my dream will remain a dream. I am poor, so I’ll set aside my dream. I am poor, and I … Read more
2 Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slow about His promise, as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing for any to perish but for all to come to repentance. FB POST April 19, 2018 I am amazed by how God makes all things possible, in His perfect timing! I … Read more
I have a friend who does NOT want to teach in the US. And no matter what motivation I try to do, it doesn’t push her. Why? I can only think of two things: First, she’s happy and has accepted her life as it is. Second, she sees no reason to teach in … Read more
Are you thinking of transferring to another school district in another state? Here are some guidelines to help you in your decision-making: Find your valid reason. There must be something that the school district can do to help you in your situation. For example, if you are having difficulty adjusting to teaching middle … Read more
They say, if life gives you lemons, make lemonade!And why not? You may not deserve the lemons, but you know that anything that doesn’t kill you makes you stronger, better, and wiser! Plus, the lemonade is heart! Sharing some Q&A that may ignite a light and fire within you! Question #1: Is it … Read more
There are days like today when I wonder if I didn’t heed the voice telling me to change my life. What if I didn’t listen to that voice that keeps telling me I have to run for my dreams? Dennis, my husband, was a seaman* then, and although he received good money as one, … Read more
While browsing my contact forms, I saw an email from a particular HR Director asking if I could work in their state to bring in international teachers. I jumped to the opportunity at once and gave her a call. Unfortunately, she was out and left a message with the secretary. After about an hour, … Read more
Amazing times! If you answered YES to my two questions, let’s get you moving toward your US Dream! (If that’s your dream!) Related Questions: 1. I am a Head Teacher/Program Coordinator/College Professor/Supervisor. Can I apply? YES! 2. What is K-12 License? Kinder to Grade 12 teaching license. 3. Any … Read more
Teach-USA recommends securing your US teaching license early if you plan on teaching in the US. There’s no need to take any exams to apply for a license. But, you will need to have a Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE) ready to start your application. TO KNOW MORE: Please send an email to: apply@teach-usa.net Subject … Read more
Doing the same things over and over is comforting and easy. I am safe, sound, and in my little box. True, it gets me nowhere. Nowhere I really, really, want to be! And it is making me crazy!!! I have three options: Stop dreaming. Stay where I am and ACCEPT … Read more
The other day, a Kindergarten teacher called me out because as her class was transitioning to another location, I smiled and said to one of her students, “Hi, Juana!” She exclaimed in my face, never to do that again, that If I want to greet her class, it has to be everybody in the line … Read more
Answer: No. Although if you have one, you earn about $10,000 more annually than those with Bachelor’s degree. — All states require a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Education to become a certified teacher. Additionally, some states may require teachers to obtain a Master of Arts in Teaching or Masters in Education degree within … Read more
I started my journey 4 years ago when I was watching Z nation in Netflix. Dito ako nabigyan ng idea na kung gusto mo mag travel sa iba’t ibang states sa US you can do it using car/land transportation (salamat sa Zombies! haha). Ako po si Keith Angelo, Kate sa umaga, Andoy sa … Read more
I am the princess of my parents, a teacher, and a seafarer. They gave me everything, but I wanted more. I have dreams I want to achieve. And nobody stops my dreams even my husband and kids push me to go beyond my limits. Yes, I never doubted Teach-USA, EVEN FROM THE START. … Read more
Expectations vs Reality – that’s how I want to sum up my J1 teacher journey in the US! Expectations Before I went to the US, I did not think that teaching in the US would be so difficult. Why? Hindi naman ako bobo, a foreign principal hired me, that means qualified ako, right? … Read more