E-3 Visa Instructor Jobs
Instructor roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when they require a bachelor's degree in a relevant field like education, curriculum design, or a subject-specific discipline. The E-3 has no lottery and renews in two-year increments, making it practical for Australians building a long-term teaching or training career stateside.
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Adjunct Faculty
Salary Range
$1,000 - $1,350 per credit
Start Date
9/1/2026
FLSA Status
Exempt
Application Deadline
Nov 24, 2026
Contact
Please submit an online application
Job Description
Basic Function and Scope of Responsibilities:
Non-tenured part-time adjunct faculty position responsible for undergrad and graduate nursing students clinical rotations to area hospitals, nursing homes, and community health centers. May require laboratory hours on campus in practice lab, simulation lab, or graduate nursing lab.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Assigned for entire semester at clinical site and/or labs on campus.
- Assigns patient to student nurses with safety protocols in mind to ensure students receive the most from their clinical rotations.
- Supervise students in all aspects of care of patients/clients.
- Conduct pre and post conferences in areas that do not interfere with the coordination of patient care.
- Evaluate the clinical performance of the student (at midpoint and end-of-semester) and grade all clinical assignments as noted on syllabi determined by lecture professor. For those who are not meeting expectations, establishes a mutual learning plan to achieve stated goals; notify the lead faculty and program chair of at-risk students as soon as identified and at least weekly thereafter; complete final evaluation of student performance and submits student grades on time.
- Create a dynamic, learner-centered environment that supports the diverse learning needs of the student population based on educational theory and evidence-based teaching practices.
- Develop engaging lesson plans.
- Ensure the relevant learning resources are available.
- Attend faculty meetings at least once a semester.
- Assist in proctoring exams, if needed.
Education Requirements:
Doctoral or Master degree in nursing, and active licensure as a New York State Registered Nurse or Nurse Practitioner, depending on area of teaching assignment. Prior experience in higher education is preferred.
Training, Skills, Knowledge, Experience:
Must possess current clinical expertise in the area he/she is assigned and display knowledge of current adult learning principles.
Current certification in CPR and up to date immunizations.
Working Conditions:
Flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, may be required to execute the role.
Generally, follows established protocols, but may need to respond appropriately to unforeseen and highly stressful situations.
Proven ability to function with minimal direct supervision and to function effectively under sometimes unforeseen clinical situations.
Adhere to the rules of the assigned clinical location which may include, but not limited to, courses to be taken before clinical rotation(s) begin, immunization requirements, student to patient ratio, and medication administration.
Salary Range:
$1,000 - $1,350 per credit
LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunities in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.
Job Type
Adjunct Faculty
Salary Range
$1,000 - $1,350 per credit
Start Date
9/1/2026
FLSA Status
Exempt
Application Deadline
Nov 24, 2026
Contact
Please submit an online application
Job Description
Basic Function and Scope of Responsibilities:
Non-tenured part-time adjunct faculty position responsible for undergrad and graduate nursing students clinical rotations to area hospitals, nursing homes, and community health centers. May require laboratory hours on campus in practice lab, simulation lab, or graduate nursing lab.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Assigned for entire semester at clinical site and/or labs on campus.
- Assigns patient to student nurses with safety protocols in mind to ensure students receive the most from their clinical rotations.
- Supervise students in all aspects of care of patients/clients.
- Conduct pre and post conferences in areas that do not interfere with the coordination of patient care.
- Evaluate the clinical performance of the student (at midpoint and end-of-semester) and grade all clinical assignments as noted on syllabi determined by lecture professor. For those who are not meeting expectations, establishes a mutual learning plan to achieve stated goals; notify the lead faculty and program chair of at-risk students as soon as identified and at least weekly thereafter; complete final evaluation of student performance and submits student grades on time.
- Create a dynamic, learner-centered environment that supports the diverse learning needs of the student population based on educational theory and evidence-based teaching practices.
- Develop engaging lesson plans.
- Ensure the relevant learning resources are available.
- Attend faculty meetings at least once a semester.
- Assist in proctoring exams, if needed.
Education Requirements:
Doctoral or Master degree in nursing, and active licensure as a New York State Registered Nurse or Nurse Practitioner, depending on area of teaching assignment. Prior experience in higher education is preferred.
Training, Skills, Knowledge, Experience:
Must possess current clinical expertise in the area he/she is assigned and display knowledge of current adult learning principles.
Current certification in CPR and up to date immunizations.
Working Conditions:
Flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, may be required to execute the role.
Generally, follows established protocols, but may need to respond appropriately to unforeseen and highly stressful situations.
Proven ability to function with minimal direct supervision and to function effectively under sometimes unforeseen clinical situations.
Adhere to the rules of the assigned clinical location which may include, but not limited to, courses to be taken before clinical rotation(s) begin, immunization requirements, student to patient ratio, and medication administration.
Salary Range:
$1,000 - $1,350 per credit
LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunities in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.
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Verify your degree field aligns precisely
Instructor roles must qualify as specialty occupations under E-3 visa rules, meaning your degree needs to match the subject or discipline you'll teach. A general arts degree won't support a technical training role, so confirm the match before applying.
Target employers with existing LCA history
Universities, corporate training firms, and vocational colleges that have filed Labor Condition Applications before are far more likely to sponsor you. Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data to identify institutions already familiar with the E-3 process for instructional staff.
Address specialty occupation in your cover letter
Many U.S. hiring managers don't know the E-3 requires the role to meet specialty occupation criteria. Proactively frame your Instructor position around its degree requirements in your application materials so the employer understands what the sponsorship conversation will involve.
Get your credentials formally evaluated early
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees, but having a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved body ready before interviews removes a common employer hesitation about sponsoring overseas qualifications.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA step
The Labor Condition Application must be DOL-certified before your visa appointment, and errors delay the entire process. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the LCA submission, visa paperwork, and consulate preparation so nothing falls through between offer and approval.
Negotiate the visa filing timeline into your offer
E-3 consulate processing in Australia typically runs two to four weeks once the LCA is certified. Build that window into your start date conversation with the employer so they're not expecting you on campus within days of signing.
E-3 Visa Instructor: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Instructor jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Most Instructor postings don't advertise E-3 sponsorship directly, so standard job searches often miss willing employers. Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals and surfaces Instructor roles at employers with active E-3 and LCA filing history, saving you from cold outreach to employers who have never sponsored before.
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 an Instructor 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 relevant to the instruction. A role teaching software engineering, curriculum design, or subject-specific content at a college or corporate training center typically qualifies. A general facilitator role with no defined degree requirement is harder to support and may draw scrutiny.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Instructor positions?
The E-3 is available year-round with no lottery, no numerical cap, and no filing season to wait for. H-1B visa registration opens once a year in March with roughly a one-in-four chance of selection. For Australians, the E-3 means you can accept an Instructor offer any month and begin the filing process immediately rather than waiting up to 18 months for an H-1B slot.
Can I switch from one Instructor employer to another on an E-3?
Yes, but each employer change requires a fresh E-3 process. Your current employer's LCA and visa stamp are tied to that specific position and worksite. When you move to a new institution, the new employer files a new LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp, which means another consulate appointment in Australia.