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As I look back on the past few years at Educational Support Services, I am overwhelmed — in the best possible way — with gratitude. We met at all different times of our lives, in the halls of UT Arlington, in the classrooms of some of the BEST teams found in DISD, on crazy international…
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And Why It Matters for Adoption Curriculum quality assurance (QA) in 2026 looks very different from what many districts and publishers still imagine. It is no longer a final pass for typos, formatting, or light alignment checks. High-stakes adoption environments, tighter timelines, multilingual requirements, and increasingly complex standards have changed the role of QA entirely.…
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Educational Support Services is currently seeking Texas-based math teachers and education professionals to participate in an upcoming virtual focus group reviewing Grade 6 Spanish mathematics instructional materials. This focus group is designed to gather early-development feedback on instructional quality, usability, and classroom alignment. Participant insights will directly inform improvements to Spanish math materials intended for…
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Teacher recruitment across the United States continues to evolve, and 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year. As districts plan ahead, more school systems are reassessing their international hiring strategies and moving from primarily H-1B employment-based visas toward the J-1 Teacher Exchange Program. This shift isn’t just about visas — it reflects broader…
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This year brought significant shifts in K–12 education—driven by staffing realities, policy changes, technology growth, and evolving student needs. Across Texas and the states, these trends are reshaping how districts recruit teachers, design curriculum, and support students and educators. At Educational Support Services (ESS), we work closely with districts, educators, and education partners across Texas…
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Texas districts can fill bilingual, SPED, and hard-to-staff secondary roles with a clear, predictable J-1 model. Educational Support Services (ESS) handles candidate vetting, visa document review, relocation support, cultural orientation, and ongoing assistance after placement, so your HR time stays under an hour. District purchasing is straightforward through existing Texas co-ops—no new RFP required—and district…
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Across Texas and nationwide, schools are facing increasing challenges in recruiting and retaining certified teachers. At Educational Support Services (ESS), we believe one powerful part of the solution lies in global collaboration through the U.S. Department of State’s J-1 Teacher Exchange Program. That’s why ESS, in partnership with Colorado Learning, is hosting an Exploratory Informational…
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Texas continues to face ongoing teacher shortages, particularly in high-need subject areas and bilingual education. Schools are working hard to maintain strong instructional quality, support student learning, and provide welcoming, stable environments for all learners. One solution many districts are leaning into is the U.S. Department of State J-1 Teacher Exchange Program. The J-1 program…
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At Educational Support Services (ESS), we’ve spent over two decades working in Texas public and international schools, building programs that connect districts with outstanding educators from around the world. As a teacher-founded and teacher-run company, we understand the daily challenges school leaders face — staffing shortages, teacher retention, and the need for diverse, globally aware…
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At Educational Support Services (ESS), we’re passionate about helping school districts connect with highly qualified, globally minded educators through the U.S. Department of State’s J-1 Teacher Exchange Program. As a teacher-founded and teacher-led organization with over two decades of experience in Texas public schools and international education, ESS understands what makes great teaching — and…