The English Language Fellow Program is recruiting applicants for the 2027-2028 academic year.

1. The English Language Fellow Program sends experienced U.S. educators who work with English language learners on paid, in-country teaching assignments at universities and other institutions around the world.
2. Fellows train future English teachers, teach university students and professionals, deliver English for Specific Purposes (ESP) instruction, and share American educational expertise with local communities.
3. The Fellowship provides U.S. educators with opportunities to strengthen their professional skills, gain international experience, and bring new knowledge and perspectives back to their careers and communities in the United States.

Who are we looking for? Educators with:

1. Five years of experience in education, including at least three years in ESL/EFL classrooms or three years teaching English Language Learners
2. A graduate degree, preferably in TESOL or Education with TEFL certification, or a related field
3. U.S. citizenship

Applications are accepted until all projects have been filled. Those who apply earlier have a greater chance of being selected when matching begins in February 2027. For more information and to apply, visit our website: https://elprograms.org/fellow-program/. English Language Programs is funded by the U.S. Department of State.

Program benefits:

1. Stipend: $40,000 plus Living Allowance (housing, food, utilities, local transportation)
2. Round trip airfare to and from assignment
3. Dependents’ allowance (if applicable)
4. Pre-departure allowances
5. Supplemental health benefit plan
6. Program activities allowance for allowed professional expenses
7. Opportunities to build professional networks and strengthen your international résumé through high‑impact teaching and teacher‑training experience