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The German American Partnership Program (GAPP, Inc.) is designated by the U.S. Department of State as an authorized sponsor organization of the “Exchange Visitor Program” for teachers and heads of school from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland working for one of the six official German Schools Abroad in the U.S and for the German Language Advisors as determined by the Central Agency for German Schools Abroad (ZfA). 

Program Goal
The goal of the Exchange Visitor Teacher/Specialist Program is to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries through teaching and cultural exchange. This program offers highly qualified teachers and heads of school from Germany, Austria and Switzerland the opportunity to play important roles as cultural ambassadors by sharing aspects of their culture with U.S. students, schools, and communities through full-time, paid positions. Upon completing their tenure, teachers/specialists are expected to return to their home country to share their experience and knowledge of U.S. culture and teaching methodologies with their local community.

Through the program we have the option to sponsor delegated teachers from Germany (ADLK), as well as German, Austrian or Swiss teachers directly employed by GISNY for up to six years.

We support our program participants during the visa application, the relocation process and during their stay here in the U.S.

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GISNY provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, featuring:

• Generous paid leave (vacation, sick leave, and recognized holidays)
• Outstanding health, vision and dental coverage (with the school covering up to 80% of premiums) and health savings account 
• Life Insurance
• A retirement plan complemented by employer contributions
• Tuition remission benefits for employees' dependent children
• Numerous opportunities for professional development, along with reimbursement for related expenses.

GISNY does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of actual or perceived differences, including those based on race, color, religion, ethnicity, creed, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, familial status, gender and gender identity, pregnancy, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, disability, sexual and reproductive health decisions, or toward victims or those perceived to be victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse or stalking, as well as any other status protected under federal, state, or local laws. The School will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals, in accordance with applicable law. Our employment decisions are made solely on an individual’s qualifications and ability to perform the job.