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Curriculum Coordinator roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a relevant bachelor's degree in education, instructional design, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a reliable path for Australian professionals pursuing U.S. education sector careers.
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The Associate Director will assist with the management of the curriculum, instructors, and program creation for the Pre-College portfolio of offerings. The associate director will partner with program leadership to help create and drive the vision of the Pre-College Program and manage the Youth in STEM initiative.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Pre-College Programs, the Associate Director will assist with the management of the curriculum, instructors, and program creation for the Pre-College portfolio of offerings. The associate director will partner with program leadership to help create and drive the vision of the Pre-College Program and manage the Youth in STEM initiative.
Responsibilities
Instructor Management, Support, and Quality Assurance of Instructors and Programming
- Assists with supervision of instructors and high school course assistants (250 individuals annually) across all program offerings, ensures compliance with their job descriptions, and may also provide management and scheduling of the TIPS Team (Team for Instructional and Pedagogical Support).
- Manage instructor communication plan and address escalated instructor concerns in and out of the classroom.
- Review instructor evaluations, student feedback, and conduct classroom observations to ensure a high quality of instructors and course offerings. Responsible for providing support mechanisms and professional development to instructors through the TIPS Team, Instructor Growth Plans, etc., and making hiring decisions based on performance data and other factors.
- Oversees the STEM program portfolio, curriculum, and course offerings and submits CPS (Course Planning Sheet) by shared deadlines; approves new course developments with instructors and analyzes current offerings against market demands to be flexible and responsive to pre-college audience, and makes necessary adjustments (ongoing).
- Under the direction of the Assistant Dean, manage the recruitment and hiring of instructors and Course Assistants across the program and ensure successful onboarding and compliance, including Protection of Minors, through management of the collaboration with Faculty Affairs.
- Oversee the management of the relationship with the Office of Environmental Health and Safety to ensure classes are aligned with safety regulations.
Administrative Oversight, Program Development, and Strategic Planning
- Collect and analyze data and provide strategic planning for program offerings, including pilot programs, while utilizing the Assistant Dean's strategic framework to identify and evaluate programmatic opportunities based on ongoing market analysis of domestic and international demand.
- Co-lead the administration of the Committee on Instruction (COI) with the Assistant Dean.
- Manage Youth in STEM (YIS) initiative and redesign program outcomes and curricular requirements, participate in funding opportunities as directed by the SPS Office of Alumni and Development.
- Design and implement a student research-based STEM program for YIS scholars.
- Assist with budget narrative and budget templates as it relates to instructors and teaching assistants, taking into consideration additional budget considerations based on new initiatives, along with other program directors.
- Manage the classroom assignment process and all associated needs of instructors.
- Approve marketing collateral and communications with the Marketing and Admissions teams to promote programs and maintain growth; responsible for program communications concerning curricular topics.
- Oversee the operations of Columbia Secondary School, College Edge and other partnerships and organizations. This includes collaborations with various stakeholders in Admissions, Advising and the Provost’s Office, among others.
Recruitment and Student and Parent Engagement
- Assist with the appointment of instructors and teaching assistants for admissions and recruitment events with the Admissions team and other stakeholders, such as the Instructor Spotlight events.
- Address student and parent concerns, often in collaboration with Student Affairs.
- Participate in recruitment events for students, parents, school staff, and other partners.
Additional Responsibilities
- May be responsible for directly or indirectly supervising the work of one (1) or more employees.
- Authority over the curricular budget.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned or requested.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Four years of related experience
- A resume and cover letter with salary requirements must be submitted for this position
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 years of teaching experience at the high school or middle school level
- Master’s degree preferred in a STEM-related field
- Experience working with pre-college programs at the University level
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- 2 years of teaching experience are required at the high school or middle school level in a STEM-related field
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential
- Exceptional attention to detail and an ability to perform non-routine work, to work with changing priorities, to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and to work independently, are required
- Evening and weekend work is required, particularly during the summer
- Ability to be on campus every day during summer programs
- Experience designing and leading Professional Development for educators and/or related coaching experience
LOCATION
New York
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $95,000 - $109,000
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
INTRODUCTION
The Associate Director will assist with the management of the curriculum, instructors, and program creation for the Pre-College portfolio of offerings. The associate director will partner with program leadership to help create and drive the vision of the Pre-College Program and manage the Youth in STEM initiative.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Pre-College Programs, the Associate Director will assist with the management of the curriculum, instructors, and program creation for the Pre-College portfolio of offerings. The associate director will partner with program leadership to help create and drive the vision of the Pre-College Program and manage the Youth in STEM initiative.
Responsibilities
Instructor Management, Support, and Quality Assurance of Instructors and Programming
- Assists with supervision of instructors and high school course assistants (250 individuals annually) across all program offerings, ensures compliance with their job descriptions, and may also provide management and scheduling of the TIPS Team (Team for Instructional and Pedagogical Support).
- Manage instructor communication plan and address escalated instructor concerns in and out of the classroom.
- Review instructor evaluations, student feedback, and conduct classroom observations to ensure a high quality of instructors and course offerings. Responsible for providing support mechanisms and professional development to instructors through the TIPS Team, Instructor Growth Plans, etc., and making hiring decisions based on performance data and other factors.
- Oversees the STEM program portfolio, curriculum, and course offerings and submits CPS (Course Planning Sheet) by shared deadlines; approves new course developments with instructors and analyzes current offerings against market demands to be flexible and responsive to pre-college audience, and makes necessary adjustments (ongoing).
- Under the direction of the Assistant Dean, manage the recruitment and hiring of instructors and Course Assistants across the program and ensure successful onboarding and compliance, including Protection of Minors, through management of the collaboration with Faculty Affairs.
- Oversee the management of the relationship with the Office of Environmental Health and Safety to ensure classes are aligned with safety regulations.
Administrative Oversight, Program Development, and Strategic Planning
- Collect and analyze data and provide strategic planning for program offerings, including pilot programs, while utilizing the Assistant Dean's strategic framework to identify and evaluate programmatic opportunities based on ongoing market analysis of domestic and international demand.
- Co-lead the administration of the Committee on Instruction (COI) with the Assistant Dean.
- Manage Youth in STEM (YIS) initiative and redesign program outcomes and curricular requirements, participate in funding opportunities as directed by the SPS Office of Alumni and Development.
- Design and implement a student research-based STEM program for YIS scholars.
- Assist with budget narrative and budget templates as it relates to instructors and teaching assistants, taking into consideration additional budget considerations based on new initiatives, along with other program directors.
- Manage the classroom assignment process and all associated needs of instructors.
- Approve marketing collateral and communications with the Marketing and Admissions teams to promote programs and maintain growth; responsible for program communications concerning curricular topics.
- Oversee the operations of Columbia Secondary School, College Edge and other partnerships and organizations. This includes collaborations with various stakeholders in Admissions, Advising and the Provost’s Office, among others.
Recruitment and Student and Parent Engagement
- Assist with the appointment of instructors and teaching assistants for admissions and recruitment events with the Admissions team and other stakeholders, such as the Instructor Spotlight events.
- Address student and parent concerns, often in collaboration with Student Affairs.
- Participate in recruitment events for students, parents, school staff, and other partners.
Additional Responsibilities
- May be responsible for directly or indirectly supervising the work of one (1) or more employees.
- Authority over the curricular budget.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned or requested.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Four years of related experience
- A resume and cover letter with salary requirements must be submitted for this position
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 years of teaching experience at the high school or middle school level
- Master’s degree preferred in a STEM-related field
- Experience working with pre-college programs at the University level
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- 2 years of teaching experience are required at the high school or middle school level in a STEM-related field
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential
- Exceptional attention to detail and an ability to perform non-routine work, to work with changing priorities, to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and to work independently, are required
- Evening and weekend work is required, particularly during the summer
- Ability to be on campus every day during summer programs
- Experience designing and leading Professional Development for educators and/or related coaching experience
LOCATION
New York
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $95,000 - $109,000
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Curriculum Coordinator
Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian bachelor's degree in education is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 visa purposes. Get a formal credential evaluation before interviews so you can address degree equivalency questions confidently.
Target school districts and curriculum-focused nonprofits
K-12 districts, charter management organizations, and education nonprofits regularly hire Curriculum Coordinators and have HR teams familiar with specialty occupation sponsorship. EdTech companies building instructional content are also active E-3 sponsors in this field.
Frame your role as a specialty occupation in applications
E-3 approval depends on the position requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, not just any degree. Your resume and cover letter should explicitly tie the coordinator duties to instructional design, curriculum theory, or a directly relevant discipline.
Confirm your employer will file the LCA before accepting
The Labor Condition Application is a DOL requirement your employer must complete before you can apply at the consulate. Ask the hiring team directly who manages their immigration filings and whether they've sponsored E-3 workers before to avoid delays after you've accepted an offer.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork
Once you have a signed offer letter, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from LCA submission through consulate appointment preparation, reducing the administrative burden on both you and your new employer.
Request a two-year E-3 validity period at your consulate interview
Consular officers can issue E-3 visas for up to two years, but the duration isn't automatic. Bring documentation showing the role is ongoing rather than project-based, which supports a full two-year grant and a simpler first renewal cycle.
E-3 Visa Curriculum Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Curriculum Coordinator jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for Curriculum Coordinator roles with confirmed E-3 sponsorship. Many education employers are open to E-3 hiring but don't advertise it in job postings, so filtering specifically for E-3-willing employers saves significant time. Migrate Mate surfaces roles where sponsorship is already part of the hiring process.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Curriculum Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, in most cases. The E-3 requires the position to normally demand at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as education, instructional design, or curriculum development. Roles tied to developing, evaluating, or overseeing academic programs at schools, universities, or EdTech organizations consistently meet this standard. Generalist coordinator titles with no degree requirement in a specific field can face scrutiny.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Curriculum Coordinators?
The E-3 is significantly more practical for Australian professionals in this field. Unlike the H-1B visa, the E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply at any time of year once you have a job offer. H-1B selection is random and takes roughly a year from registration to start date. For Curriculum Coordinators who have a firm offer, the E-3 can move from application to consulate appointment in a matter of weeks.
Can I change employers or move to a different school district on an E-3?
Yes, but you need to restart the E-3 process with the new employer. Your current E-3 is tied to the original employer's Labor Condition Application. The new employer files a fresh LCA with DOL, and you attend a new consulate interview or file for a change of status if you're already in the U.S. There's no portability provision that lets you transfer the existing visa to a new employer automatically.