Teacher Resources Support

Your one-stop shop for life and logistics information as a Participate Learning Ambassador Teacher

Below you will find information on some of our most frequently asked-about topics:

 

Alumni resources: Information on future participation, resources for your career, plus teaching and travel opportunities

Ambassador Teacher support: When and how to contact us plus information about employment in the U.S.

Banking: What you need to know about banking in the U.S.

Bringing family to the U.S.: Applying for J-2 visas and supporting J-2 dependents

Communications and media: How to stay in touch with Participate Learning, best practices for email and social media, plus what to do if contacted by the media

Participate Learning benefits: Overview of the health, dental, and other benefits offered to our Ambassador Teachers

Local Adviser Program: How local advisers and community advisers support Ambassador Teachers

Participate Learning Monthly Updates archive: Your monthly source of information from the team at Participate Learning

Payroll and taxes: Information on getting paid and filing taxes in the U.S.

Program exit information: mid-year departures: Important information when ending your participation in our program during the school year

Program exit information: end of year departures: Important information when ending your participation in our program at the end of the school year

Referral program: Guidelines and eligibility for the Participate Learning referral program

Transportation: Review the required documentation and insurance needed to obtain transportation in the U.S.

Travel: Participate Learning travel benefits plus helpful travel tips

Your visa: Travel regulations for your J-1 visa and instructions for maintaining your visa status

Additional cultural exchange program resources

 

Severe weather tips: Safety information and websites to help you prepare for severe weather in your area

Participate Learning Standards of Conduct and Ethics: A copy of the Standard of Conduct and Ethics that you sign during your onboarding

Benefits Guide 2024-25: A summary of benefits for Ambassador Teachers for the plan year of July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025

Support for your personal and professional life: A variety of free support services available to you and your family members through GuidanceResources from ComPsych

Participate Learning Visa Guide: Everything you need to know related to the J-1 visa program

Protecting yourself from scams: Information about common scams in the U.S. and how to protect yourself and your personal information

Glossary of terms: A resource for understanding common terms used in U.S. schools

Teaching in the U.S.: What to expect when applying for and accepting a position in the U.S. as an Ambassador Teacher with Participate Learning

Department of State Annual Reports

In order to remain in good standing in the program, all Ambassador Teachers must submit an annual report consisting of two parts each school year, beginning with their first year in the program:

  1. a cultural activity
  2. a virtual exchange activity

Failure to submit documentation each year can impact future participation.

Review the process details or visit the report submission form to submit your reports.