Education Jobs at Dallas Independent School District with Visa Sponsorship
Dallas Independent School District hires across teaching, counseling, and specialist roles in one of the largest urban school districts in Texas. For international educators, DISD has a consistent record of supporting work authorization across multiple visa categories, making it a viable target for candidates building a career in U.S. public education.
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Special Education - Inclusion Teacher (Grades: 6-8) - (RTP20260423-014)
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop Individual Education Plans (IEP) through the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process for each student assigned.
- Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
- Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed, and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
- Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
- Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
- Manage student behavior and administer discipline, including intervening in crises and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
- Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP, and consult district and outside resources regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
- Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
- Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.
- All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports or periodic certification, as appropriate.
- Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment/alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in a directly related field
- Valid Texas teacher certificate with required Special Education endorsements.
- One year of student teaching or approved internship.
- Demonstrated willingness to improve competency by periodically participating in some form of professional growth.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee process and Individual Education Plan goal setting process and implementation.
- Demonstrated general knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
- Demonstrated knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area.
- Demonstrated strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position.
- Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world.
- Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession.
COMPENSATION
- Minimum Salary: $67,500 (non-certified) / $68,000 (certified)
LOCATION
Work Locations: Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School 2445 E LEDBETTER DR Dallas 75216
JOB TYPE
Schedule: Full-time
JOB POSTING
Job Posting: Apr 23, 2026
INTRODUCTION
Special Education - Inclusion Teacher (Grades: 6-8) - (RTP20260423-014)
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop Individual Education Plans (IEP) through the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process for each student assigned.
- Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
- Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed, and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.
- Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.
- Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
- Manage student behavior and administer discipline, including intervening in crises and physically restraining students as necessary according to IEP.
- Consult with classroom teachers regarding management of student behavior according to IEP, and consult district and outside resources regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students.
- Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers.
- Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.
- All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports or periodic certification, as appropriate.
- Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment/alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in a directly related field
- Valid Texas teacher certificate with required Special Education endorsements.
- One year of student teaching or approved internship.
- Demonstrated willingness to improve competency by periodically participating in some form of professional growth.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee process and Individual Education Plan goal setting process and implementation.
- Demonstrated general knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
- Demonstrated knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area.
- Demonstrated strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position.
- Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world.
- Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession.
COMPENSATION
- Minimum Salary: $67,500 (non-certified) / $68,000 (certified)
LOCATION
Work Locations: Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School 2445 E LEDBETTER DR Dallas 75216
JOB TYPE
Schedule: Full-time
JOB POSTING
Job Posting: Apr 23, 2026
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Align your credentials to Texas certification requirements
Texas requires state-issued teacher certification for most classroom roles. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a foreign credential evaluation completed before applying so DISD's HR team can verify you meet the Texas Education Agency's subject-area requirements.
Target high-need subject areas during hiring season
DISD consistently recruits for bilingual education, special education, and STEM subjects where candidate shortages are chronic. Applying to roles in these areas increases the likelihood an employer will prioritize sponsorship, since the pipeline of locally authorized candidates is thinner.
Confirm your visa type fits the role structure
DISD sponsors H-1B, TN, J-1, and OPT among other categories. Teaching roles typically qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B, but J-1 exchange visitor status is also common in public schools. Confirm with DISD's HR which pathway they use for your specific position before accepting an offer.
Start the H-1B process well before your OPT expires
If you're on F-1 OPT, the H-1B cap registration opens in March for an October 1 start. DISD's academic calendar means timing matters. Filing a timely H-1B petition or securing a cap-gap extension through USCIS protects your ability to keep working through the school year.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Education roles at DISD
Searching for sponsor-confirmed openings manually is slow. Use Migrate Mate to filter Education jobs at Dallas Independent School District by visa type, so you're only reviewing roles where sponsorship has been confirmed, not guessing based on job descriptions.
Request written sponsorship confirmation before signing your contract
Before your start date, ask HR to confirm in writing which visa category they'll file, who bears the filing fees, and the expected petition timeline. DOL and USCIS have strict rules on employer fee obligations for H-1B, and you need clarity before committing.
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Does Dallas Independent School District sponsor H-1B visas for Educations?
Yes, Dallas Independent School District sponsors H-1B visas for Education roles that qualify as specialty occupations, which typically includes teaching and specialist positions requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. DISD has an established process for filing H-1B petitions through USCIS, and their HR team is experienced handling the Labor Condition Application requirements with DOL before petitions are submitted.
How do I apply for Education jobs at Dallas Independent School District?
Applications go through DISD's official careers portal, where openings are posted by school, grade level, and subject area. You can also browse visa-sponsor-confirmed Education roles at DISD through Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for positions where sponsorship is supported. Make sure your Texas teacher certification documentation or credential evaluation is ready before you submit, as DISD's screening process often moves quickly for high-need roles.
Which visa types does Dallas Independent School District commonly use for Education roles?
DISD sponsors multiple visa categories for Education positions, including H-1B for specialty occupation roles, J-1 for exchange visitor teachers, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying education occupations, and F-1 OPT and CPT for recent graduates. EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa sponsorship is also available for candidates pursuing permanent residence, which is notable for a public school district of DISD's scale.
What qualifications does Dallas Independent School District expect for sponsored Education roles?
Most classroom and specialist roles require a bachelor's degree in education or a subject-specific field, along with Texas Education Agency certification or eligibility for certification. For H-1B sponsorship, the degree must directly relate to the duties of the role. Bilingual endorsement, special education credentials, and STEM subject expertise are particularly valued given DISD's ongoing hiring priorities in those areas.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a DISD Education role?
Timeline depends on your visa type. J-1 arrangements can move within a few weeks through a designated sponsor organization. H-1B standard processing with USCIS takes three to five months, though premium processing can reduce that to roughly 15 business days. If PERM-based Green Card sponsorship is on the table, that process typically runs one to two years or more, so it's best to discuss long-term pathways with HR early in your offer negotiation.
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