Meet Jorge Garavito, an English teacher from Peru, now living the J-1 Visa Teacher Exchange experience in the United States

Janeth Canlas is an outstanding educator recognized for her dedication, positive impact, and commitment to student success. She was honored as Teacher of the Year (2024–2025) and received the Knight of Excellence award from Alcorn Middle School in recognition of her professionalism, leadership, and meaningful contributions to her school community.

My personal goal is to keep growing as a teacher and connect with my students and colleagues. Professionally, I want to learn new teaching strategies, share my cultural perspective, and help create a welcoming and inclusive classroom

The most rewarding part was being given a very challenging class but managing to make them stand out by the end of the school year. It was even more fulfilling when I received two awards recognizing my hard work and dedication

Teacher Michelle shares moments from her journey in the United States 🇺🇸 “These first months in the U.S. have been full of learning, cultural experiences, and unforgettable moments. Each photo reflects how meaningful this journey has been for me, both as a teacher and as a person.”

Meet Angela Coostoy— a teacher from the Phillipines now teaching in the U.S. through the Cultural Exchange Program