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Phoenix Union High School District hires classroom teachers across core subjects and specialty areas, serving one of Arizona's largest urban student populations. The district has an established process for H-1B sponsorship, making it a realistic target for internationally trained educators who meet Arizona state certification requirements.
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Classroom Teacher/TEACHER, FINE ARTS
Date Posted:
4/23/2026
Location:
NORTH HIGH SCHOOL
Closing Date:
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Phoenix Union High School District No. 210
4502 North Central Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona 85012
Equal Opportunity Employer
POSITION TITLE: Classroom Teacher
DIVISION: Instruction & Accountability
WORK YEAR: 9 Months
DEPARTMENT: As Qualified and Assigned
LOCATION: School/Unit As Assigned
SALARY SCHEDULE: Teacher
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The teacher is responsible for creating a safe, intellectually challenging learning environment in which each student is actively engaged in meaningful activities. The teacher uses knowledge of adolescent development, and knowledge of content area in educating a diverse student population. In addition, the teacher models learning as a life-long process by collaborating with students, parents, colleagues, and community.
MAJOR DUTIES:
- designs, plans, and provides instruction using a variety of methods and resources appropriate for all learners.
- creates and maintains a positive learning environment.
- assesses student learning by using a variety of appropriate formal and informal methods.
- keeps and maintains required records.
- communicates regularly with parents regarding student progress.
- collaborates with colleagues, parents, the community, and other agencies to foster student learning.
- connects academic knowledge to real-life situations.
- engages in professional development activities.
- demonstrates professional knowledge.
- performs other duties stated in Board policies and/or state statutes.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Possess an Arizona Secondary Teaching Certificate.
- Possess a Bachelor's degree.
- Have an awareness of student needs; i.e., at-risk, ethnic, limited English proficient, exceptional.
- Have an Essential Element of Effective Instruction (E.E.E.I.) training or make themselves available to staff development.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Principal or Educational Unit Supervisor
SUPERVISION GIVEN:
None
PREPARED BY: APPROVED BY
ASSIST. SUPT.: APPROVED BY
PERSONNEL: NUMBER: EFFECTIVE DATE:
Joint Committee/MAG CJ LLG 2124 02/05/97
Position Type:
Classroom Teacher/TEACHER, FINE ARTS
Date Posted:
4/23/2026
Location:
NORTH HIGH SCHOOL
Closing Date:
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Phoenix Union High School District No. 210
4502 North Central Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona 85012
Equal Opportunity Employer
POSITION TITLE: Classroom Teacher
DIVISION: Instruction & Accountability
WORK YEAR: 9 Months
DEPARTMENT: As Qualified and Assigned
LOCATION: School/Unit As Assigned
SALARY SCHEDULE: Teacher
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The teacher is responsible for creating a safe, intellectually challenging learning environment in which each student is actively engaged in meaningful activities. The teacher uses knowledge of adolescent development, and knowledge of content area in educating a diverse student population. In addition, the teacher models learning as a life-long process by collaborating with students, parents, colleagues, and community.
MAJOR DUTIES:
- designs, plans, and provides instruction using a variety of methods and resources appropriate for all learners.
- creates and maintains a positive learning environment.
- assesses student learning by using a variety of appropriate formal and informal methods.
- keeps and maintains required records.
- communicates regularly with parents regarding student progress.
- collaborates with colleagues, parents, the community, and other agencies to foster student learning.
- connects academic knowledge to real-life situations.
- engages in professional development activities.
- demonstrates professional knowledge.
- performs other duties stated in Board policies and/or state statutes.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Possess an Arizona Secondary Teaching Certificate.
- Possess a Bachelor's degree.
- Have an awareness of student needs; i.e., at-risk, ethnic, limited English proficient, exceptional.
- Have an Essential Element of Effective Instruction (E.E.E.I.) training or make themselves available to staff development.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Principal or Educational Unit Supervisor
SUPERVISION GIVEN:
None
PREPARED BY: APPROVED BY
ASSIST. SUPT.: APPROVED BY
PERSONNEL: NUMBER: EFFECTIVE DATE:
Joint Committee/MAG CJ LLG 2124 02/05/97
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Teaching Jobs at Phoenix Union High School District Jobs
Secure Arizona Teacher Certification First
Arizona requires state-issued certification before you can teach in a public school. Start the Arizona Department of Education credentialing process early, as international transcripts often need evaluation, and delays here stall any H-1B filing timeline.
Target Shortage Subject Openings Strategically
Phoenix Union consistently posts hard-to-fill roles in special education, math, and science. These shortage areas see the strongest employer motivation to pursue sponsorship, so prioritize applications in subjects where the district historically struggles to hire domestically.
Use Migrate Mate to Filter Verified Openings
Search verified Teaching openings at Phoenix Union through Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for roles where the district has sponsored H-1B visas, saving you from applying to positions that have never supported international hiring.
Understand the H-1B Cap Timing for Teachers
Most public school districts, including Phoenix Union, are cap-subject H-1B employers. That means your petition must be filed in April for an October 1 start. Align your interview and offer timeline with this window to avoid a full year's delay.
Ask HR Directly About Their LCA Process
Before accepting an offer, ask Phoenix Union's HR team whether they work with an outside immigration attorney for Labor Condition Application filings with the DOL. Knowing their process upfront helps you set realistic expectations for paperwork and start dates.
Gather Evidence of Subject Matter Specialization
USCIS scrutinizes teaching roles to confirm they meet specialty occupation standards. Compile your degree transcripts, any subject-specific endorsements, and documentation showing your field of study directly corresponds to the subject you'll be teaching at Phoenix Union.
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Does Phoenix Union High School District sponsor H-1B visas for Teachers?
Yes, Phoenix Union High School District sponsors H-1B visas for qualifying Teaching roles. The district has a documented track record of filing H-1B petitions for educators, particularly in subjects with persistent hiring shortages. Because Phoenix Union is a public school district, it is generally cap-subject, meaning petitions must align with the standard USCIS H-1B filing window each spring.
How do I apply for Teaching jobs at Phoenix Union High School District?
Applications are submitted through the district's official careers portal, where open Teaching positions are listed by subject and campus. You'll need an Arizona teaching certificate or documentation showing you're in the credentialing process before most roles move forward. Browsing open roles filtered by sponsorship history on Migrate Mate can help you identify which specific positions are most relevant to your background.
Which visa types are commonly used for Teaching roles at Phoenix Union High School District?
The H-1B is the primary visa category used for Teaching positions at Phoenix Union. Teaching qualifies as a specialty occupation when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific subject area, which most secondary-level positions meet. Some educators may also explore the J-1 exchange visitor visa as an interim pathway, though it carries a two-year home residency requirement that affects long-term options.
What qualifications are expected for Teaching roles at Phoenix Union High School District?
You'll need a bachelor's degree in the subject area you intend to teach, along with a valid Arizona teaching certificate issued by the Arizona Department of Education. For H-1B purposes, the degree field must directly correspond to the teaching assignment. International degrees are accepted but typically require a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency before the state will issue certification.
How do I plan my timeline when targeting a sponsored Teaching role at Phoenix Union?
Start your Arizona certification process at least six months before your target hire date, as international credential evaluations add lead time. Phoenix Union, as a cap-subject employer, must submit H-1B petitions in April for an October 1 start date. If you miss that window, you'll wait a full year, so coordinate your offer and paperwork timeline carefully with the district's HR and immigration attorney.
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