Foreign language knowledge is seldom required. Positions exist in all fields, at all levels, from kindergarten through the university level. Qualification requirements, for the most part, are similar to those for the United States. Many English-speaking schools abroad, however, do not require state certification. Salaries vary from country to country, but in most cases, they compare favorably with salaries in the United States.
Vacancies occur and are filled throughout the year.
The quality of learning that elementary children experience is of strategic importance for both their future and that of the nation. Elementary teachers must be prepared with the knowledge, skills, values and techniques to interact successfully with children, parents, guardians, colleagues, administrators, social agencies and others who affect children's lives. Teachers must adapt to the interests, learning styles and needs of individual children in a complex, rapidly changing and culturally diverse society. Teaching is a changing process for which elementary teachers must be prepared. Qualified teachers must be recognized as professionals in their field.