ISET

Pathway
BUILDING GLOBAL
EDUCATIONAL BRIDGES
 WHO WE ARE

We are a team of educators and

professionals from various parts of the
world, currently providing on-the-ground
support in Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and
Mexico. Established 20 years ago under
the leadership of Dr. Margarita Machado-
Casas, our focus is on addressing the
teacher shortage in the U.S. by supplying
highly qualified, culturally responsive
educators.
Our Team

Dr. Margarita Machado-Casas Guillermo Castillo

CEO/President
CEO/President United States
United States

Charles Bacon Iván Suazo

Deputy Director Recruitment Specialist
United States Costa Rica

Betsabe Lopez Julio Medrano

Case Manager Case Manager
Mexico Nicaragua
 Vission, Mission & History

Vision Mission
Lead the creation of globally connected To enrich U.S. classrooms by bridging
and inclusive classrooms, where cultural and educational divides, ISET
students can benefit from a wide range Pathway brings diverse, well-prepared
of cultural perspectives. ISET Pathway international educators into schools.
envisions a future in which international We provide robust training and support
educators play a pivotal role in building to ensure these educators inspire
a more equitable and inclusive world
through innovative pedagogy and the
History academic excellence and foster
inclusive learning environments.
fostering of global citizenship. With over two decades of
success, ISET Pathway has
brought teachers from different
regions like Latin America South,
Latin America North and South
East Asia to enrich U.S.
classrooms, fostering cultural
diversity and enhancing
educational experiences across
the nation.
 What we do

Collaborate with Professional

School Districts Development & Support
Partner with school districts to match Provide ongoing support and training
them with highly qualified for international teachers to integrate
international teachers, ensuring that successfully into U.S. schools,
placements align with each district's covering pre- and post-arrival
specific educational goals. training on cultural adaptation,
classroom management, and
aligning with state standards.

Boutique Support Certification & Global

Services Recognition
Offer personalized, hands-on support Teachers receive a certificate in
for districts and teachers, providing education provided by the Secretary
resources and guidance to help of Education in Mexico and Global
educators thrive in their new Supply Exchange, recognizing their
environments and meet unique global teaching credentials.
district needs.
 The states we work with

Expanding
California Arizona
Partnerships
ISET Pathway partners with In Arizona, ISET Pathway
multiple school districts across ISET Pathway is actively
collaborates closely with school expanding its reach to other
California, placing highly districts to provide international
qualified international teachers states, building partnerships
teachers who contribute that will continue to bring
to address critical teacher significantly to the educational
shortages. These educators diverse and well-prepared
landscape. Their presence has
bring diverse cultural international educators into
enhanced learning outcomes,
perspectives, enriching U.S. classrooms, further
offering students a more global
classroom environments and perspective and fostering an
enriching educational
improving student engagement inclusive atmosphere. experiences nationwide.
and achievement.
 Where We Have Recruited

Asia Latin America Africa

ISET Pathway has recruited We have recruited bilingual and
teachers from several countries ISET Pathway has recruited
multilingual educators from talented educators from
across Asia, bringing educators Latin America, who are well-
who offer innovative teaching various African nations, whose
equipped to meet the cultural global perspectives and
strategies and cultural diversity, and linguistic needs of diverse
enriching the learning teaching expertise help create
student populations, enhancing
experience in U.S. classrooms. inclusive and dynamic
their academic engagement
learning environments in the
and success.
U.S.
 Type of Visa

The H1-B visa, facilitated through the school district, allows

selected international teachers to work in the U.S. as part of
the ISET Pathway program.

The employer (school district) files the H1B petition, typically

with the assistance of legal counsel.

ISET Pathway supports the school district throughout this

process, ensuring all legal and procedural requirements
are met, helping to facilitate a smooth transition for the
selected international educators.

The duration of the H1B visa is typically granted for a 3 to 5-year period. H1B visa holders can
remain in the U.S. as long as their visa remains valid.

Only candidates who successfully pass the entire ISET Pathway process—including the vetting
process, interviews, and selection by the partnering school district—will proceed to the visa
application process.
 Responsibilities Within the Program

Before Arrival After Arrival

Submit Your Documentation Adhere to District Guidelines
Submit all necessary Follow all guidelines and protocols set by
documentation, including the FCE, your school district to ensure compliance
on time to ensure a smooth start in and success in your new position.
the U.S.

Engage in Professional Continue Professional

Development: Development
Participate fully in all the 6 required Attend ongoing professional
pre-arrival professional development development sessions, both district-led
sessions to prepare for your interview and ISET quarterly updates, to maintain
with the district & new role. your growth and effectiveness as an
educator.

Stay Responsive: Maintain Open

Monitor and respond promptly to all Communication
communications from the ISET Team Regularly communicate with ISET about
to stay updated and on track. any issues or concerns to ensure they are
addressed promptly and effectively.
 Needed to Apply

Minimum Teaching Experience

A minimum of 2 years of K-12 teaching experience is required, Educational Qualifications
ensuring candidates have substantial classroom experience A Bachelor’s degree and diploma in education or a related field,
and are prepared to meet the challenges of U.S. schools. with accompanying transcripts, is required to meet U.S.
educational standards and ensure foundational knowledge.

Valid Passport
Criminal Background Check & References
Candidates must have a valid passport, indicating readiness
to travel and relocate. The passport must be valid for a A thorough criminal background check and professional
minimum of 1 year. references are mandatory, ensuring the safety and reliability
of each teacher in the program.

Updated CV
Foreign Credential Evaluation
An updated CV is necessary, reflecting the candidate's
A Foreign Credential Evaluation is required to assess and
teaching history, qualifications, and achievements. This
verify the candidate’s international academic
document is crucial for showcasing professional experience.
qualifications, ensuring they meet U.S. standards.
 Deep into the FCE Requirement

An FCE, or Foreign Credential Evaluation, is a required process

for international teachers. It involves an accredited agency
reviewing your academic transcripts to determine how your
degree compares to U.S. education standards. The agency
provides a report that confirms whether your degree is
equivalent and meets the qualifications for teaching in the U.S.
public school system. This evaluation is a necessary step in the
process for obtaining your teaching credentials in the U.S.
You will need to cover the cost of this service, which varies depending on the company you
choose. We recommend using ECE for the evaluation process.

You are expected to start working on this after the second interview
 Process Timeline
This program is comprehensive and involves multiple
stages, each with its own timeline. While the stages and
requirements may seem extensive, they are expected to be
completed step by step, not all at once. The timeline allows
you to meet each requirement at a manageable pace,
ensuring that every aspect is thoroughly addressed.
 Process Timeline

01 3 Business Days 02 7 Business Days 03 10 Business Days

Apply to our HR ISET Team will review First Interview Result /

Platform your application and Submission of
send an invitation to Documents and
Submit your application Second Interview
your first interview
through our Workable HR
platform to start the process. If your application is approved, If successful, you'll move to a second
you will receive a link to Zoom interview with a district specialist,
Please provide the necessary
complete a one-way interview designed to mock a school district
documentation and complete
interview. This interview will focus on
the required form for through our recruitment platform.
your teaching philosophy and
consideration. Record your responses, and we
pedagogical knowledge. At this stage,
will review them shortly. you will also be asked to submit
additional documents.
 Process Timeline

04 05 06

Second Interview
Result / Submission of Document Professional
Documents and Third Submission Development
Interview
During the last two interviews, applicants were As part of the program, the teacher
If successful in the second interview,
asked to upload additional documents must start attending professional
you'll be invited to a third and final Zoom
simultaneously. Even if they successfully pass development sessions. The dates for
interview, marking the completion of our
all of the interviews within our vetting process, these sessions will be announced
vetting process. At this stage, please
they will not be able to move forward to the once the teacher completes all of our
ensure all previous required documents
district interviews if the required documents vetting interviews.
have been submitted.
are not complete.
 Process Timeline

07 ? Business Days 08 7 Business Days 09

Pool of District Selected

Candidates Interview
Once the vetting process is complete, If selected by a school district,
Once a district selects a candidate from ISET, in collaboration with the
the teacher's profile will be added to our
the pool, they will schedule an interview. district, will follow up with the
candidate pool, accessible by school
This interview will focus on assessing the teacher to begin the paperwork
districts. Districts will review candidates
candidate’s suitability for their specific and visa process as soon as
and decide whom to interview based on
needs and requirements. The final possible. We aim to streamline
their needs and preferences
decision on hiring is made by the district this step to ensure a smooth
after completing the interview process. transition and timely onboarding.