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Curriculum Developer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in instructional design, education, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a practical path for Australian professionals targeting U.S. edtech companies, universities, and corporate L&D teams.
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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 Developer
Align your credentials to U.S. specialty occupation standards
Your Australian three-year bachelor's degree in education or instructional design is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 visa purposes. Gather your transcripts and a credential evaluation before you start applying.
Target employers with active L&D hiring pipelines
Search DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data to identify companies that have previously filed LCAs for instructional designers or curriculum developers. These employers already understand the specialty occupation filing requirement and won't need convincing.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service once you have an offer
After a verbal offer, the LCA and visa paperwork can stall a start date by weeks if handled ad hoc. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from offer to consulate appointment, so the handoff from offer to visa stamp stays on schedule.
Document how your role meets specialty occupation criteria
Curriculum development is not automatically recognized as a specialty occupation by every consular officer. Prepare a role summary showing that a degree in instructional design, learning science, or education is a standard industry requirement for the specific position.
Negotiate a conditional start date tied to visa processing
E-3 consular appointments in Sydney and Melbourne can book out several weeks. Build that window into your offer negotiation so your employer sets a start date that accounts for LCA certification time plus your consulate appointment.
E-3 Visa Curriculum Developer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Curriculum Developer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. Rather than filtering generic job boards, you can search by role and see employers with a history of sponsoring Australian workers. Curriculum Developer, instructional designer, and learning experience designer roles appear across edtech, higher education, and corporate L&D teams.
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 Developer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as instructional design, education, curriculum studies, or learning science. Roles that accept any degree regardless of field can be challenged at the consulate, so the job offer letter should state the specific degree requirement clearly.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Curriculum Developer roles?
The E-3 has no lottery, no annual cap, and no USCIS petition required for consular applicants, making it far more predictable than the H-1B. An H-1B registrant faces roughly a one-in-four selection chance and a wait until October 1 even if selected. An E-3 applicant can be working in the U.S. within six to eight weeks of receiving an offer, assuming standard consulate processing times.
Can I switch employers or change roles while on an E-3?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA and issue a new job offer letter before you can begin working for them. If you're already in the U.S. on E-3 status, you'll need to either apply for a new E-3 stamp at a consulate or pursue a change of status. There's no formal transfer process like the H-1B portability rule, so timing the transition matters.