A prescreening interview is an initial, often brief, conversation used by recruitment agencies, districts, or sponsors to assess whether an international or J-1 teacher applicant meets their basic requirements, communicates effectively, and is a good fit for the U.S. classroom environment. It is usually the first step before the main district interviews. Five Important Ways to Prepare for a Prescreening Interview ✅Research the Program or Sponsor Understand the agency or district’s mission, the g