General Information

(Frequently Asked Questions)

1. Is a school district allowed to hire a foreign teacher?

School districts are allowed to hire a foreign worker (teacher) subject to the appropriate papers filed with the Department of Labor and the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services. The immigration lawyer will do all the paperwork related to the filing of the petition papers.

2. Why should we choose a Filipino teacher to augment our teacher shortage?

There are different advantages of hiring an experienced teacher from the Philippines.

3. What are our options in identifying the Filipino teachers who may meet our needs?

There are four general options for establishing a match between what a school needs and what area that particular Philippine teacher excels in.

4. How much do we pay the prospective Filipino teacher?

You pay the prevailing wage based on your salary scale. After the probationary period, you compensate the teacher for his/her years of teaching experience. Each district is allowed to create its own policy on compensating for years of teaching experience outside of the school district.

5. What are the benefits of conducting international recruiting?

The matching option of conducting international recruiting provides the best scenario for aligning career goals with organizational demands.