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FULBRIGHT PROGRAM
Application for foreign language teaching assistantship in the United States
General Information
1.NAME (as it appears or will appear on your passport)Family First Middle
Mr.
Ms.
______________________________________________________________________________________2.NAME ON PREVIOUS RECORDS (if different in content or spelling from above)
Family First Middle
3. PERMANENT MAILING ADDRESS:
Street___________________________________________________
City_____________________________________________________State/Province____________________ Postal Code______________
Country__________________________________________________
Telephone: ______________________ E-mail: __________________Cellphone: ______________________
4. DATE OF BIRTH: (Month/Day/Year)________________________5. CURRENT AGE: ____________
6. GENDER________________________7. BIRTHPLACE: (City, State/Province, Country)______________________
8. COUNTRY OF CITIZENSHIP__________________9. COUNTRY OF RESIDENCE _________________________
10. DO YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER HELD:
U.S. CITIZENSHIP? ____________
U.S. DUAL CITIZENSHIP? ___________
U.S. PERMANENT RESIDENCY? _______
PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING REGARDING YOUR POSSIBLE ROLE ON A U.S.
UNIVERSITY CAMPUS
11. IN MY ROLE AS A LANGUAGE ASSISTANT ON A U.S. UNIVERSITY CAMPUS, I AM WILLING TO:
_ Perform actual classroom teaching duties_ Be primarily an assistant
_ Both teach and assist
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12. WOULD YOU BE WILLING TO ACCEPT PLACEMENT IN ANY GEOGRAPHIC AREA? (limiting the regions
may reduce the likelihood of final selection) Yes No
13. IF YOU WOULD BE UNWILLING TO ACCEPT PLACEMENT IN ANY GEOGRAPHIC AREA, PLEASE
INDICATE WHICH REGION YOU WOULD NOT ACCEPT. (Please skip to question #14 if you selected Yes to #12
above)
NortheastMid-AtlanticSoutheastMidwestSouthwestRocky MountainWest Coast
14. WOULD YOU BE UNWILLING TO ADAPT TO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING INSTITUTIONAL PROFILES?Please select all that apply (an inability to adapt to a new or different environment may reduce the likelihood of final
selection). Single gender student body Urban location Rural location Small population Large population Little ethnic diversity Great ethnic diversity Offers coursework on an audit basis Requires specific coursework on a credit basisN/A, I would accept all
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15. OBJECTIVES: Write a clear and detailed description of your objectives.Emphasize your qualifications, areas of expertise and career goals. Give your reasons for applying to the
Program and the role you expect to have on campus.
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16. NON-ACADEMIC INTERESTS: Please list any non-academic interests (e.g. sports, music, art, etc) Includeinformation about your experience in these areas.
Note: Please limit your response to the size of this text box. Anything over this size will not display or print on your submitted application
17. ARE YOU PURSUING ANY OTHER SCHOLARSHIP, FELLOWSHIP OR EMPLOYMENT THAT WOULDSUPERCEDE YOUR PARTICIPATION IN THE FLTA PROGRAM SHOULD IT BE OFFERED? PLEASE EXPLAIN:
Note: Please limit your response to the size of this text box. Anything over this size will not display or print on your submitted application
18. DEGREE: PLEASE INDICATE THE LAST DEGREE YOU COMPLETED. PLEASE DO NOT LIST
CERTIFICATES IN THIS SECTION.
Degree (ex. Masters, Bachelors) or Equivalent (ex.Magister, Maestria, Bakkalaureus, Matrise)
In What Field (please list the field of study as it appearson the degree)
19. EDUCATION: LIST EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS ATTENDED IN REVERSE CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER,
INCLUDING ANY IN WHICH YOU MAY BE PRESENTLY ENROLLED.
Name of
Institution/Location
Major Field of Study Dates (Month and year)From To
Actual Nameof Degree or
Diploma (Do nottranslate)
Date Receivedor Expected
University or Professional
Secondary
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20. LIST SCHOLARSHIPS OR FELLOWSHIPS HELD AT PRESENT OR IN THE PAST. GIVE SOURCE ORSPONSOR, AMOUNT, WHERE HELD, DURATION AND YEAR. Note: Please limit your response to the size of this text box.
Anything over this size will not display or print on your submitted application.
21. INDICATE ACADEMIC HONORS OR PRIZES WHICH YOU HAVE RECEIVED. Note: Please limit your response tothe size of this text box. Anything over this size will not display or print on your submitted application.
22. OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE: CLEARLY INDICATE YOUR EMPLOYMENT HISTORY, BEGINNING
WITH YOUR MOST RECENT POSITION. YOU MUST COMPLETE ALL RELEVANT FIELDS.
Name and address of employer Type of Work
(Position Held)
DatesReason for leaving
Note: If position still held, please
note as ongoingFrom To
23. TEACHING EXPERIENCE: IF YOU CURRENTLY OR PREVIOUSLY HELD A LANGUAGE TEACHINGPOSITION, PLEASE ESTIMATE THE NUMBER OF MONTHS OR YEARS YOU OCCUPIED THE POST?______
MonthsYears
24. LIST PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES, FRATERNITIES OR OTHER ORGANIZATIONS IN WHICH YOU
NOW HOLD MEMBERSHIP OR IN WHICH YOU HAVE BEEN ACTIVE IN THE PAST (Indicate if you have heldelective office)Note: Please limit your response to the size of this text box. Anything over this size will not display or print on your
submitted application.
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25. IF YOU HAVE TRAVELED OR LIVED IN ANY COUNTRY OTHER THAN YOUR OWN INDICATE
PLACES, DATES AND REASONS.Note: Please limit your response to the size of this text box. Anything over this size will notdisplay or print on your submitted application.
26. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Please respond to all of the following fields even if Mother Tongue and Language of
Nomination are the same. Please indicate N/A if any of the following fields are not applicable.Category Name of Language Proficient (Excellent, Good, Fair Poor)
Category Name of Language Proficient (Excellent, Good, Fair Poor)
Language of Nomination
Mother Tongue
Second Language
Third Language
27. Examination Results: Recommended: Research next available exam dates if you dont already have scores:
TOEFL Date Taken/To be Taken
Month/Year ___________ Test _____________ Score __________
IELTS Date Taken/To be Taken
Month/Year ___________ Test _____________ Score __________
Candidacy will not be finalized until English language proficiency scores are received. Please inquire with your home
country contact regarding TOEFL vouchers. There are no IELTS vouchers available. Your home country contact for the
FLTA Program can be located at http://www.flta.fulbrightonline.org/thinking_apply_now.html .
28. Provide the name, address and telephone number of individuals to be notified in case of emergency
In Home Country In the United States List Below any close relatives or
friends in the United States (name,
address, and relationship)
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29. COURSE INTEREST: The FLTA Program is a non-degree program. You will be expected to take one course
in American Studies and three additional courses at your host institution on a credit or audit basis for enrichment
purposes. Name three courses you may be interested in taking and why?
Course Reason1.
2.
3.
30. TEACHING THE LANGUAGE OF NOMINATION: You may be asked to teach your own class. If so, what
teaching methodologies and techniques would you apply to the teaching of the language for which you have
been nominated? Mention any innovative approaches you have utilized as a teacher or encountered as a learner
that you may employ.
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31. SHARING YOUR CULTURE: Imagine you have to represent your country at an International Festival your
host school is organizing. What aspects of your language and culture would you choose to present?
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32. Personal Statement:Please write a narrative concerning your personal history and long-term goals; it should not be a mere listing of
facts, nor should it be a copy of the essay provided in #14 of this application. Please see the "Tips" in the
Instructionsbefore submitting your essay.
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CONFIDENTIAL LETTER OF REFERENCE
This letter of reference must be written by a teacher under whom the applicant has studied or by someone who has
supervised the applicant in work, athletics or other relevant activity. This letter must be in English. If not in English,
then an accurate translation must be attached.
Name of Applicant
Country ISRAEL
Name of Referee
1. How long have you known the applicant?
2. In what capacity have you known the applicant?
Teacher or Professor Employer or Job Supervisor
School Counselor Other (please specify)
3. Please provide a candid evaluation of the applicants past performance and ability to pursue and successfully
complete a teaching assistantship in the United States. Your statement will be given considerable importance by
the American universities/colleges reviewing this application, and should, therefore, be as complete and detailed aspossible.
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CONFIDENTIAL LETTER OF REFERENCE FOR (continued)
4. In the rating chart below please evaluate the applicant in comparison with other students whom you have known
during your professional career.
Excellent Very Good Average Below Average
Creative
Motivation
Self-confidence
Independence, initiative
Intellectual ability
Academic achievementDisciplined work habits
Adaptability to New Situations
Leadership Qualities
Potential for growth
5. Please indicate where the applicant would rank among students/employees currently or recently in your
department/organization.
95% 90% 75% 50% 25%
TOP BOTTOM
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Name and Title (print)
School, Company or Organization
Signature Date
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This reference must be received by the United State-Israel Educational Foundation by the end of working hours on
January 5, 2009.Please mail the reference directly to USIEF,
P.O. Box 26160, Tel Aviv 61261, or transmit it by fax to 03-516-2016.
CONFIDENTIAL LETTER OF REFERENCE
This letter of reference must be written by a teacher under whom the applicant has studied or by someone who hassupervised the applicant in work, athletics or other relevant activity. This letter must be in English. If not in English,
then an accurate translation must be attached.
Name of Applicant
Country ISRAEL
Name of Referee
1. How long have you known the applicant?
2. In what capacity have you known the applicant?
Teacher or Professor Employer or Job Supervisor
School Counselor Other (please specify)
3. Please provide a candid evaluation of the applicants past performance and ability to pursue and successfullycomplete a teaching assistantship in the United States. Your statement will be given considerable importance by
the American universities/colleges reviewing this application, and should, therefore, be as complete and detailed as
possible.
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CONFIDENTIAL LETTER OF REFERENCE FOR (continued)
4. In the rating chart below please evaluate the applicant in comparison with other students whom you have known
during your professional career.
Excellent Very Good Average Below Average
Creative
MotivationSelf-confidence
Independence, initiative
Intellectual ability
Academic achievement
Disciplined work habits
Adaptability to New Situations
Leadership Qualities
Potential for growth
5. Please indicate where the applicant would rank among students/employees currently or recently in your
department/organization.
95% 90% 75% 50% 25%
TOP BOTTOM
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Name and Title (print)
School, Company or Organization
Signature Date
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This reference must be received by the United State-Israel Educational Foundation by the end of working hours on
January 5, 2009.Please mail the reference directly to USIEF,
P.O. Box 26160, Tel Aviv 61261, or transmit it by fax to 03-516-2016.
CONFIDENTIAL LETTER OF REFERENCE
This letter of reference must be written by a teacher under whom the applicant has studied or by someone who has
supervised the applicant in work, athletics or other relevant activity. This letter must be in English. If not in English,
then an accurate translation must be attached.
Name of Applicant
Country ISRAEL
Name of Referee
1. How long have you known the applicant?
2. In what capacity have you known the applicant?
Teacher or Professor Employer or Job Supervisor
School Counselor Other (please specify)
3. Please provide a candid evaluation of the applicants past performance and ability to pursue and successfully
complete a teaching assistantship in the United States. Your statement will be given considerable importance by
the American universities/colleges reviewing this application, and should, therefore, be as complete and detailed as
possible.
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CONFIDENTIAL LETTER OF REFERENCE FOR (continued)
4. In the rating chart below please evaluate the applicant in comparison with other students whom you have known
during your professional career.
Excellent Very Good Average Below Average
Creative
Motivation
Self-confidence
Independence, initiative
Intellectual ability
Academic achievement
Disciplined work habits
Adaptability to New Situations
Leadership Qualities
Potential for growth
5. Please indicate where the applicant would rank among students/employees currently or recently in yourdepartment/organization.
95% 90% 75% 50% 25%
TOP BOTTOM
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Name and Title (print)
School, Company or Organization
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Signature Date
This reference must be received by the United State-Israel Educational Foundation by the end of working hours on
January 5, 2009.Please mail the reference directly to USIEF,
P.O. Box 26160, Tel Aviv 61261, or transmit it by fax to 03-516-2016.