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Application Process
Application process is divided into four parts. Each part is detailed below. To start the process, fill out the eligbility Screening Form.
Part One: Initial Application Process. This takes place once the teacher passed the eligibility screening and prior to the normal application review. It involves an in-depth application and interview process to create customized and impressive profiles for each teacher accepted into the program. These profiles are then shared with interested host schools. To create the profile, we collect resumes, an in-depth interview, sample lesson plans, background check certifications, testing results, and other materials to ensure our teachers' success in finding a suitable host school.
Part Two: Normal Application Review. After creating the teacher's profile and preparation for interviews, profiles are submitted to host schools to obtain an interview schedule.
Part Three: J-1 Teacher Visa Program Sponsor Application. After accepting a job offer from a host school, OvGuro will submit teacher's documents to a visa sponsor. The visa sponsor will have a separate screening process and fees.
Part Four: Pre-Arrival Orientation and Transition. After passing the US embassy interview, OvGuro will send a checklist of documents and things to bring. Provide transition assistance from arrival in the US, processing official documents and IDs, and other living assistance on the first six to twelve months.
Documents required during application process:
- Resume or profile, sample lesson plans
- Letter of good character and standing or References (at least 3 references)
- Teaching certification or license, such as PRC
- Criminal background check, such as NBI and police clearance
- Credential Evaluation for US equivalency. Pre-requisites: sealed transcrip of record (ToR) from each school degree was completed. Schools must submit the sealed ToR to accreditation organizations in the US. We will assist you in this process.
Documents required by visa sponsors:
- Student and Exchange Visitor Information System or SEVIS. Visit US Immigration and Customs Enforcement for more information.
- DS-2019 (Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor (J-1) Status), issued by Visa Sponsor designated by Department of State (DoS). Visit US Visa Service for more information. (Required by visa sponsor.)
- Completed Online Form DS-160, nonimmigrant visa application. Visit DoS - Bureau of Consular Affair for more information.
- Original copy of birth certificate
- Fingerprint card
- Medical Certificate, as needed
- Health insurance, paid through the visa sponsor.
- 2×2 photograph, meeting format requirements for the visa
- Current passport valid for travel to the United States
- Other supporting documents needed for US Embassy interview
- Airline ticket
Documents required living & teaching in the US:
- State Licensing. Visit New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) Licensure for more information.
- Driver's License or State ID
- Bank Account in any US banks
- Social Security Number (SSN)
* We will guide you on all necessary steps in obtaining the required documents.