FAQS

GENERAL QUESTIONS

​Q1: What is TeachCare Staffing?
TeachCare Staffing is a U.S.-based referral and training consultancy headquartered in Virginia. We connect qualified international teachers—primarily from the Philippines—with U.S. Department of State–authorized J-1 visa sponsors and K–12 schools open to hosting exchange teachers.

We are not a recruiter, placement agency, or visa sponsor.
We do not hire or deploy teachers.
We never charge placement fees.

Our role is to ethically prepare, screen, and refer instructionally ready educators—while ensuring compliance with all J-1 program rules.

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Q2: What exactly does TeachCare do?
We support three key groups:

• Teachers: by coaching them on demo lessons, interviews, classroom management, and cultural readiness.

• Sponsors: by referring J-1-eligible teachers who are prepared and aligned to sponsor requirements.

• Schools: by facilitating compliant connections with sponsors, and supporting interview coordination and onboarding.

All visa processing and employment decisions are handled by the authorized J-1 visa sponsors and/or school districts—not by TeachCare.

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Q3: Do you charge teachers to find jobs in the U.S.?
Absolutely not.
TeachCare Staffing follows a strict "no placement fee" policy.

We do not charge any referral, hiring, or demo prep fees to teachers.
Our services are funded by U.S. schools or J-1 sponsors, or through optional training services that teachers may choose to purchase (but are not required to).

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Q4: Are you a visa sponsor or employment agency?
No.
TeachCare is not authorized to sponsor visas or act as an employer.

Only U.S. State Department–designated J-1 sponsors can issue the DS-2019 form. We assist by referring teachers to these sponsors—but we do not file visa applications, issue employment contracts, or perform legal processing.

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Q5: Who benefits from TeachCare’s services?

• International teachers: seeking ethical, preparation-based U.S. teaching opportunities

• J-1 sponsors: looking for qualified, classroom-ready, and coachable candidates

• School districts: exploring global teacher exchange programs through trusted sponsor partnerships

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Q6: What makes TeachCare different?

• Referral-based—not recruitment-based

• U.S.-based team with cultural and educational system insight

• Personalized coaching on demo lessons, classroom management, and U.S. norms

• Deep respect for Filipino educators and international teacher well-being

• Focus on long-term retention and teaching success—not just visa approvals

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Q7: What is the J-1 Teacher Exchange Program?
The J-1 Visa Teacher Program allows qualified international educators to teach in accredited U.S. K–12 schools for 3 to 5 years under a cultural exchange framework.

Only designated J-1 sponsors are authorized to manage this program and issue the necessary documentation.
TeachCare helps teachers prepare for and connect with these opportunities—but we do not sponsor visas.

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Q8: What if I don’t meet all the J-1 requirements yet?
You are still welcome to apply.
We’ll evaluate your qualifications and recommend next steps—such as:

• Improving English proficiency

• Gaining additional classroom experience

• Completing credential evaluations (e.g., WES, SpanTran)

Our goal is to help you become J-1 ready, ethically and confidently.

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Q9: Can TeachCare help schools interested in J-1 teachers?
Yes.

We support school districts by:

• Introducing them to authorized J-1 sponsors

• Providing a curated pool of credentialed, demo-ready teacher candidates

• Assisting with interview coordination, classroom fit, and onboarding

• Offering optional mentorship for teacher retention post-placement

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Q10: Is TeachCare affiliated with the U.S. government?
No.
TeachCare is a private educational consultancy operating independently. While we align fully with the U.S. Department of State's J-1 program requirements, we are not a government agency and not affiliated with any embassy or consulate.

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Summary of Our Role

• ✔️ We refer — not recruit

• ✔️ We prepare — not process visas

• ✔️ We bridge schools and sponsors — not act as one

• ✔️ We are ethical, transparent, and focused on teacher readiness and retention

FOR SCHOOL DISTRICTS & VISA SPONSORS

Q11: Can U.S. schools work directly with TeachCare?
Yes.
We collaborate with districts seeking to host J-1 teachers—always in partnership with authorized J-1 visa sponsors.

We assist by:

• Referring qualified teachers in SPED, ESL, STEM, and other hard-to-fill areas

• Coordinating pre-screened candidate interviews

• Ensuring sponsor alignment and cultural onboarding readiness

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Q12: Do you assist with visa processing or immigration paperwork?
No.
Only J-1 sponsors or school district legal teams may process:

• DS-2019 visa paperwork

• SEVIS documentation

• Immigration forms

TeachCare ensures eligibility and readiness—but does not handle legal visa tasks.

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Q13: Who becomes the official employer of record?
Either the:

• J-1 visa sponsor, or

• U.S. school district (depending on sponsor model)

TeachCare does not hire teachers, issue contracts, or manage payroll.

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Q14: What kind of teachers do you refer?
Our candidates are:

• Licensed educators with a bachelor’s degree or higher

• English-proficient and demo-ready

• Culturally adaptable with prior teaching experience

• Fully eligible under J-1 visa guidelines

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Q15: How do we begin working with TeachCare?
Simply email us at: admin@teachcarestaff.com

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We’ll schedule a discovery call to understand your staffing goals and begin referring aligned candidates for review.

FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATORS

Q16: Does TeachCare sponsor visas?

No.
TeachCare is not a visa sponsor. We connect eligible teachers with authorized J-1 visa sponsors who handle all legal, immigration, and DS-2019 documentation processing.

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Q17: Will I pay any fees to TeachCare?

No.
TeachCare Staffing never charges referral, placement, or visa-related fees to teachers. Our services are funded by U.S.-based schools, sponsors, or optional training programs that are never mandatory.

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Q18: What support will I receive if accepted?

If you're selected for referral, TeachCare provides:

• Personalized demo lesson feedback

• Interview coaching tailored to U.S. expectations

• U.S. classroom management and cultural readiness training

• Pre-departure guidance (housing, document checklists, etc.)

• Optional post-arrival mentorship and check-ins

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Q19: Will TeachCare be my U.S. employer?

No.
Your legal employer will be either the U.S. school district or the J-1 visa sponsor—depending on your placement. TeachCare does not hire, deploy, or sponsor educators. We act strictly as a referral and support consultant.

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Q20: Can I apply directly to a J-1 visa sponsor?

Yes.
You are free to apply directly. However, working with TeachCare offers advantages:

• You’ll be better prepared with demo and interview training

• You’ll have guidance on cultural expectations and classroom readiness

• You’ll be ethically referred to aligned sponsors—not randomly submitted

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Q21: How do I apply to TeachCare?

Visit www.teachcarestaff.com/apply and complete our secure application form.

If your profile aligns with J-1 eligibility and referral criteria, we will contact you for screening and next steps.

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📩 Still have questions?

We’d love to help.
📧 admin@teachcarestaff.com
📞 +1 (703) 577-2320
📍 Based in Aldie, Virginia, USA
🌐 www.teachcarestaff.com