Facing Teacher Shortage, Schools Recruit Internationally

Some school districts that can't find enough qualified teachers are using third-party recruiters and state agencies to hire teachers abroad. An added benefit is that international teachers expose students to different cultures. J-1 visas allow for a three-year stay and can be extended for longer periods. However, some recruitment programs have been accused of offering low wages and committing visa fraud. Immigration changes under the Trump administration also make the future of international teacher recruiting uncertain. 

Education Dive (5/30/17)