Global Educator Program Overview

Program Overview

The Global Educator Program is designed for international educators to gain experiential knowledge of the United States, participate actively in cross-cultural activities with U.S. schools and communities, and, at the conclusion of their exchange, return home to share their experiences and their increased knowledge of the U.S. In turn, educators in the Global Educator Program will inspire U.S. students to respect, appreciate, and admire other cultures and develop and prepare thoughtful global citizens. International educators will be classified as Global Educators, offered K – 12 teaching positions primarily in North Carolina, and permitted to stay up to five years before they’re required to return to their home countries. Once hired in the school district, Global will aid in their cultural transition and provide support throughout their employment.

“The guidance and support received since you step in the U.S. and having a panel [of Global Champions] sharing their own experience, I think is very valuable. Nothing like hearing the things from someone living the experience.”

Blanca Mayo

Mexico
Dual Language Immersion

Global’s Benefits

How we support our educators

Professional Support

Candidates receive guidance and professional development to support their transition to the U.S. educational system.

Social Support

Educators become part of a strong network of Global Educators, with access to unique social networking and in-person cultural events.

Cultural Support

After participating in our Global Orientation cultural training, educators are confidently prepared to enter U.S. classrooms.

Academic Support

Educator Success Coaches support our educators by performing school visits and providing guidance on all aspects of teaching in the U.S.

Educator Success Coaches

The Educator Success Coach’s role is to offer academic and transitional support to Global Educators as they adjust to teaching and living in the United States. Acting as a bridge between school administration and Global Educators, the Coach assists educators in adapting to a new culture and school environment, as well as U.S. academic and professional expectations. While providing ongoing academic support and coaching throughout the exchange program, the primary focus is on educators during their first two years.

Transitional Advisors

The purpose of a Global Transitional Advisor program is to assist incoming Educators during their initial adjustment to the United States. Global connects Incoming Educators with a Transitional Advisor from their local community, who can help with basic needs, including navigating appointments, setting up banking, grocery and home shopping, and assisting with acclimating to their new school and community. The role of the Transitional Advisor is crucial during this transitional period, so Global ensures that advisors are chosen based on high standards of character, knowledge of the community and willing to aid new international educators not only navigating their new home and school, but helping them to adjust culturally and socially.

TalentLMS

TalentLMS is a cloud-based learning management system designed to streamline the creation, management, and delivery of online training programs. This platform lets us empower Global Educators by providing professional development and additional resources tailored to their unique needs. Additionally, TalentLMS delivers valuable data and feedback to the Global team, enhancing our ability to support our educators.