CPT School Librarian Jobs

School Librarian CPT roles sit at the intersection of information science and education, making them a strong curriculum match for Library and Information Science, Education, or related graduate programs. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the work must directly tie to your degree program's required coursework or practicum.

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Open Jobs9,220+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type98% On-site
Median Salary$16K
Top LocationHouston, TX
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National Government Services
High School Intern - Summer 2026
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High School Intern - Summer 2026
National Government Services
Costa Mesa, California
Sales
Account Management
Partnerships & Business Development
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Hybrid
High School

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Taher
K-12 School Food Service Aide Substitute
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K-12 School Food Service Aide Substitute
Taher
Lake Crystal, Minnesota
Food Service
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Johnson Controls
Intern Tech School
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Intern Tech School
Johnson Controls
Maumee, Ohio
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$20/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Albemarle County Public Schools
School-based Substitute Teacher
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Albemarle County Public Schools
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School-based Substitute Teacher
Albemarle County Public Schools
Charlottesville, Virginia
Teaching & Instruction
K-12 Teaching
$17/hr - $20/hr
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Newsela
School Customer Success Manager
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Newsela
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School Customer Success Manager
Newsela
Remote
Customer Success
Account Management
Sales
$72,500/yr - $87,500/yr
Remote (US)
2+ yrs exp.
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School Librarian CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a School Librarian role qualify as a valid CPT position for LIS students?

Yes, if your graduate program in Library and Information Science, Education, or a related field includes a required practicum, field experience, or internship component. The DSO at your institution must confirm the School Librarian duties directly correspond to that curricular requirement. Roles focused on cataloging, reader services, or information literacy instruction typically satisfy practicum criteria, but your program coordinator should document the connection explicitly.

Can I do CPT at a public school district if I'm on an F-1 visa?

Yes. Public school districts are eligible CPT employers. The district must complete standard I-9 employment verification, and you must present your I-20 showing CPT authorization for that specific employer and start date. Some districts require additional HR review for international students, so build in extra lead time between your offer and your intended start date to allow for paperwork processing.

What happens if my CPT School Librarian role extends beyond one semester?

CPT can be authorized semester by semester or for a longer period depending on your program's policy. If you accumulate 12 months or more of full-time CPT, you lose eligibility for OPT, so track your authorized hours carefully with your DSO. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, does not count against your OPT eligibility regardless of duration.

How do I find School Librarian employers who understand CPT requirements?

Search on Migrate Mate, which highlights employers with prior work authorization experience. When you contact a district directly, ask HR whether they've hired F-1 CPT or OPT students before. Private and independent schools often have more flexibility in their hiring timelines and may be more familiar with CPT documentation than large public districts with centralized HR.

Does a School Librarian CPT role count as a specialty occupation if I want to apply for H-1B later?

School Librarian positions can qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B if the employer requires a bachelor's degree or higher in Library Science, Education, or a directly related field. The O*NET profile for Librarians classifies the role in Job Zone 4, requiring substantial education. However, USCIS evaluates each petition individually, so the specific duties and the employer's stated degree requirement in the job description both matter.

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