Your 1st U.S. Classroom: Ready-to-Use Strategies for International Teachers
Step into your American classroom with confidence — not confusion.
This ebook is your day-one survival guide to thriving as an international teacher in the U.S.
What This Book Is About
When you land your first U.S. teaching job, everything feels new — the system, the culture, the students.
You’ve dreamed about this moment, but the truth is, no one really hands you a how-to-survive manual.
That’s exactly why this book exists.
Your 1st U.S. Classroom is not about theory.
It’s packed with real, ready-to-use strategies you can apply the moment you walk into your classroom — so you can teach with clarity, connection, and calm from Day 1.
Why You’ll Love It
Because it’s written by someone who’s been there.
“When I first got hired to teach in the U.S., I had no idea what to expect.
All I had were Hollywood pictures — and most of them were scary.
This book is everything I wish someone had given me on Day 1.”
— Maria Gemma Hilotin, Creator of Pinoy Teacher’s Toolkit and Teach-USA
Who It’s For
First-time J-1 or H-1B international teachers in the U.S.
Educators transitioning to the American classroom system
Mentors, trainers, and school leaders supporting new international hires
Anyone who wants to start strong and teach with confidence — not chaos
For you!
🎯 Your U.S. Classroom Doesn’t Have to Be Overwhelming.
Start with one strategy.
Try it tomorrow.
Build from there.
Because thriving in the U.S. classroom isn’t about being perfect —
it’s about being prepared, brave enough to try, and ready to grow.
© 2025 Teach-USA LLC. Written by Maria Gemma Hilotin. All Rights Reserved.
Unauthorized duplication or distribution of this material is prohibited.
Disclaimer: This resource is for educational purposes only. Results may vary depending on classroom context and implementation. This product is not affiliated with or endorsed by any school district.