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PART 1 : PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
The TEACHER EXCHANGE PROGRAM is designed to promote interchange of ideas amongst American and foreign teachers in public and private schools and the enhancement of mutual understanding between people of USA and other countries. The program does so by providing foreign teachers opportunities to teach in primary and secondary accredited educational institutions in USA. The program also allows them to participate actively in cross-cultural activities with Americans in schools and communities. Finally, it has the goal of encouraging the teachers to share their experiences and increased knowledge of the United States with their countrymen when they finally return home. Such exchanges enable visitors to understand better American culture, society and teaching practices at the primary and secondary levels. |
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PART 2 : PLACEMENT AREAS & SOME EMPLOYERS
All over USA in various schools for Grades 1 to 12 [Std. I to XII] for Mathematics, Science & Special Education. |
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PART 3 : ELIGIBILITY |
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- Needs to be enthusiastic, mature, dependable & eager to experience new ways of life, willing to learn about the culture & people of USA.
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- Should not have a criminal record
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- Qualification & Work Experience
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a) Bachelors degree in any stream + B.Ed. |
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b) Minimum 3 years in schools, junior colleges or equivalent professional experience |
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PART 4 : DURATION |
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Initial contract term is 1 year which can be extended up to 3 years with mutual consent. |
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PART 5 : REMUNERATION |
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US$ 28,000 – US$ 48,000 pa, depending upon qualification and work experience |
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PART 6: PROGRAM FEES |
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AMOUNT (RS.) |
AMOUNT
(US$) |
| 1st instalment at time of registration |
10,000 |
US$ 300 = Rs. 15,000 |
| 2nd instalment at time of confirmation of placement – 1 year Program |
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US$ 950 = Rs. 47,500 |
| 3rd instalment at time of receipt of visa support papers |
30,000 |
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Additional Expenses: |
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- Visa application fees – Rs. 7,500 approx. – payable to US Consulate
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- US government SEVIS Fee – US$ 180 per is payable at time of confirmation of placement offer – payable to US government.
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- Airfare – return - Rs. 45,000 approx. – payable directly to your travel agent.
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- Other living expenses like transportation, housing, meals, personal expenses, etc.
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- Health insurance for the duration of the program @ US$ 50 per month is compulsory payable at time of confirmation of placement offer.
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- Program Fees payable for renewal of contract : US$ 750 per year
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- Program Fees for each dependent : US$ 400 + Rs. 10,000/- for 1st year and US$ 250 for each additional year
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PART 7 : PROGRAM FEE INCLUDES |
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- ONE confirmed placement offer.
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- Visa Support Forms necessary to apply for visas.
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- Accommodation arrangements : Housing leads will be provided.
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- Pre-departure orientation program.
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- Support in applying for a Social Security card, opening a bank account, etc.
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- 24-Hour emergency support for the duration of the program in USA.
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PART 8 : ADDITIONAL INFORMATION |
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- Assistance will be provided in arranging accommodation. All housing cost has to be paid by the participant.
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- A candidate can work with only one employer.
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- Process time : 5 - 6 months from date of submission of complete set of documents.
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- Dependents and Spouses accompanying Teacher : Spouse and dependents can accompany the teacher. Spouse can work after residing in USA for 3 months. Child (ren) can study in schools.
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- Teachers must meet the certification requirements of the state in which they will be teaching.
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PART 9 : CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY |
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- Full fees paid will be refunded if no placement is located.
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- Once an application is reviewed and accepted, a cancellation fee of Rs. 25,000/- levied. The only exception to this policy is if visa is refused. In such a case, all fees except for Rs. 15,000 will be returned.
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- Cancellation after confirmation of placement has been received – all fees after deducting Rs. 40,000/-
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- Cancellation after issue of visa support papers – all fees after deducting Rs. 50,000/-
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- No fees will be refunded once an applicant has entered USA including changing jobs, termination of employment and / or early departure from USA.
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- No refund will be given if the visa is denied because the teacher gives false information to the Consulate / Embassy about employment, false educational or other documents, and / or concealed about relatives / friends in USA, either legal residents or illegal workers and / or concealed the fact of previous attempt to receive any type of entry visa to the United States and application denial.
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- No refunds will be given after receipt of visa.
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- US government SEVIS fee is non-refundable after issuance of visa support papers.
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INITIAL BUDGET |
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| INVESTMENTS |
AMOUNT
(US$) |
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| PROGRAM FEES – KAREER KRAFTERS |
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40,000 |
| PROGRAM FEES – US Company – 1 year Program |
1,250 |
62,500 |
| HEALTH INSURANCE |
600 |
30,000 |
| US GOVT. SEVIS FEE |
180 |
9,000 |
| VISA FEES |
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7,500 |
| AIR FARE (Return) |
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45,000 |
| POCKET MONEY for living expenses |
1,000 |
50,000 |
| TOTAL |
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2,44,000 |
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SAMPLE INVESTMENT CALCULATOR – 12 MONTHS – 1st YEAR |
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| INVESTMENTS |
AMOUNT (RS.) |
EARNINGS |
AMOUNT (RS.) |
| Program Fees |
1,02,500 |
Salary : $ 28,000 - $ 48,000 @ Rs. 50/$
Less : Average Living Expenses for house rent,
food and local travel - US$ 750 per month x 12 months x Rs. 50/$ |
14,00,000 –
24,00,000
(-) 4,50,000 |
| Health Insurance |
30,000 |
Benefits of global exposure |
Priceless |
| SEVIS Fee |
9,000 |
USA visas |
Priceless |
| Visa Fee |
7,500 |
Work in USA adds to CV value |
Priceless |
| Airfare |
45,000 |
Benefits of cultural exchange |
Priceless |
| TOTAL INVESTMENT |
1,94,000 |
TOTAL ESTIMATED SAVINGS |
9,50,000 – 19,50,000 |
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SAMPLE INVESTMENT CALCULATOR – 12 MONTHS – 2nd YEAR |
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| INVESTMENTS |
AMOUNT (RS.) |
EARNINGS |
AMOUNT (RS.) |
| Program Fees |
37,500 |
Salary : $ 28,000 - $ 48,000 @ Rs. 50/$
Less : Average Living Expenses for house rent,
food and local travel - US$ 750 per month x 12 months x Rs. 50/$ |
14,00,000 –
24,00,000
(-) 4,50,000 |
| Health Insurance |
30,000 |
Benefits of global exposure |
Priceless |
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USA visas |
Priceless |
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Work in USA adds to CV value |
Priceless |
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Benefits of cultural exchange |
Priceless |
| TOTAL INVESTMENT |
67,500 |
TOTAL ESTIMATED SAVINGS |
9,50,000 – 19,50,000 |
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SAMPLE INVESTMENT CALCULATOR – 12 MONTHS – 3rd YEAR |
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| INVESTMENTS |
AMOUNT (RS.) |
EARNINGS |
AMOUNT (RS.) |
| Program Fees |
37,500 |
Salary : $ 28,000 - $ 48,000 @ Rs. 50/$
Less : Average Living Expenses for house rent, food and local travel - US$ 750 per month x 12 months x Rs. 50/$ |
14,00,000 –
24,00,000
(-) 4,50,000 |
| Health Insurance |
30,000 |
Benefits of global exposure |
Priceless |
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USA visas |
Priceless |
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Work in USA adds to CV value |
Priceless |
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Benefits of cultural exchange |
Priceless |
| TOTAL INVESTMENT |
67,500 |
TOTAL ESTIMATED SAVINGS |
9,50,000 – 19,50,000 |
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STEP-BY-STEP PROCEDURE |
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Step 1 : Enrollment |
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a) Give cheque of Rs. 10,000 + US$ 300 b) Take receipt c) We send application kit |
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Step 2 : Application Kit contains |
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a) Agreement b) Application Form c) Checklist of documents |
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Step 3 : Submit |
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Your application kit with documents as specified in 2b + 2c is sent to the US company. |
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Step 4 : Interviews |
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US Company will either conduct telephonic / webcam interview for acceptance into the program. |
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Step 5 : Subsequent Interviews |
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Schools will either conduct telephonic / webcam interview. |
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Step 6 : Placement |
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US company will locate a placement and send a) placement offer b) invoice of 2nd instalment |
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Step 7 : Invoice |
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You need to a) sign & return the placement offer b) pay the invoice of 2nd instalment c) Prepare for visa application |
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Step 8 : US company will send visa support papers to us |
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a)Collect the papers and check whether all information is correctly mentioned b) Pay 3rd instalment |
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Step 9 : You need to apply for visa |
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a) Arrange for visa interview dates with the consulate b) Attend visa counseling session
c) Inform us about visa interview date |
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Step 10 : Visa interview |
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a) Attend the visa interview b) Inform us about the visa decision |
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Step 11 : Visa Decision |
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a) If the visa is approved, attend a pre-departure orientation session b) If visa is refused, take refund according to refund policy given in the agreement |
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Step 12 : Final Preparation |
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a) Book your plane ticket and send us and your host company your US arrival date, flight number, etc.
This is also required for SEVIS validation.
b) Buy foreign currency for pocket money, housing deposit, etc. |
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Step 13 : Fly & Check-in |
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Inform sponsor organization about your address in USA. |
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Step 14 : The Next Step |
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a) Return to India b) Apply for tax refund c) Apply for the next program |
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