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Early childhood education roles at public schools, Head Start programs, and private childcare centers can qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file on your behalf, certifying that no qualified U.S. worker is available. State licensing requirements and degree equivalency add steps worth planning for early.
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Get Access To All JobsApplications for this position must be submitted by June 15, 2026 to ensure full consideration. If a candidate is not identified through our initial review process, we will continue to review applications received after this date. Even if this specific position is filled, we may consider your application for other exciting opportunities with DPS. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting our job board at careers.dpsk12.org.
About this job:
Responsible for creating a nurturing and stimulating learning environment for young children. This position involves developing and implementing age-appropriate curriculum, providing individualized instruction, assessing student progress, and fostering social, emotional, and cognitive development. The teacher will work collaboratively with parents, colleagues, and administrators to ensure the well-being and educational success of each child. Implement the District’s ECE program at the local school level under the direction of the school principal and the Instructional Support staff.
What DPS Offers You:
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary: Click here for the DCTA Teacher and SSP Hourly Schedule. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. The salary listed reflects the 2025–2026 school year. Salaries for the 2026–2027 school year are typically finalized and released mid-summer, with an effective date of August 1. If any updates or adjustments are made once the new salary schedule is finalized, all impacted individuals will receive the updated salary.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits - English Version or Health and Wellness Benefits - Spanish Version, and PERA Retirement. For additional information visit our New Employee Resources page. This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit.
What You'll Do:
- Administer, score, and interpret required screening instruments. Counsel students to encourage and support student achievement.
- Monitor, supervise, coordinate and enforce rule of conduct and behavior assigned students; and reinforces positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
- Observe, evaluate, report and record students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health. Prepare educational course outlines, objectives and materials according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements.
- Present subject matter to students, using various teaching methods and technology, adjusting teaching style and method to meet student learning style.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods (e.g., lectures, technology, discussions).
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects to students. Prepare, administer, assign and grade tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, reporting grades using District software.
- Prepare student, attendance and activity reports as required by administrators.
- Communicate with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems; and coordinate instructional efforts.
- Perform other duties as assigned. May participate in extra-duty activities such as coaching, tutoring, or summer programs, as outlined in the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and in accordance with Department of Labor regulations.
What You’ll Need:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required.
- A Master's Degree is only required for Concurrent Enrollment positions.
- Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license with endorsement in ECE or ECE State Certification, OR qualify for Alternative License and passing score on the PLACE or Praxis II. Click here for additional information regarding specific requirements and qualifications for the various subject areas (DPS does accept a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days).
- Must comply with ECE program rules, regulations and State of Colorado licensing requirements for Child Care Centers, including re-fingerprinting, a child abuse and neglect background check, and annual training.
- ELA-S (English Language Acquisition - Spanish) ONLY
- Teaching in both Spanish and English positions, candidates are required to take the Spanish language proficiency (SLP) exam, proctored by Berlitz Testing. Click here for more information. Additionally, if a teacher has taken, or chooses to take, the Praxis II - Spanish: World Language 5195 exam, it will also work at DPS as an appropriate SLP exam, as long as the candidate scores 163 or higher on the Praxis II (#5195) exam.
- ELA-S ONLY: Must be Bilingual in Spanish and English, required.
- Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
- Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us. Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun.
Applications for this position must be submitted by June 15, 2026 to ensure full consideration. If a candidate is not identified through our initial review process, we will continue to review applications received after this date. Even if this specific position is filled, we may consider your application for other exciting opportunities with DPS. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting our job board at careers.dpsk12.org.
About this job:
Responsible for creating a nurturing and stimulating learning environment for young children. This position involves developing and implementing age-appropriate curriculum, providing individualized instruction, assessing student progress, and fostering social, emotional, and cognitive development. The teacher will work collaboratively with parents, colleagues, and administrators to ensure the well-being and educational success of each child. Implement the District’s ECE program at the local school level under the direction of the school principal and the Instructional Support staff.
What DPS Offers You:
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary: Click here for the DCTA Teacher and SSP Hourly Schedule. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. The salary listed reflects the 2025–2026 school year. Salaries for the 2026–2027 school year are typically finalized and released mid-summer, with an effective date of August 1. If any updates or adjustments are made once the new salary schedule is finalized, all impacted individuals will receive the updated salary.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits - English Version or Health and Wellness Benefits - Spanish Version, and PERA Retirement. For additional information visit our New Employee Resources page. This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit.
What You'll Do:
- Administer, score, and interpret required screening instruments. Counsel students to encourage and support student achievement.
- Monitor, supervise, coordinate and enforce rule of conduct and behavior assigned students; and reinforces positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
- Observe, evaluate, report and record students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health. Prepare educational course outlines, objectives and materials according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements.
- Present subject matter to students, using various teaching methods and technology, adjusting teaching style and method to meet student learning style.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods (e.g., lectures, technology, discussions).
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects to students. Prepare, administer, assign and grade tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, reporting grades using District software.
- Prepare student, attendance and activity reports as required by administrators.
- Communicate with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems; and coordinate instructional efforts.
- Perform other duties as assigned. May participate in extra-duty activities such as coaching, tutoring, or summer programs, as outlined in the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and in accordance with Department of Labor regulations.
What You’ll Need:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required.
- A Master's Degree is only required for Concurrent Enrollment positions.
- Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license with endorsement in ECE or ECE State Certification, OR qualify for Alternative License and passing score on the PLACE or Praxis II. Click here for additional information regarding specific requirements and qualifications for the various subject areas (DPS does accept a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days).
- Must comply with ECE program rules, regulations and State of Colorado licensing requirements for Child Care Centers, including re-fingerprinting, a child abuse and neglect background check, and annual training.
- ELA-S (English Language Acquisition - Spanish) ONLY
- Teaching in both Spanish and English positions, candidates are required to take the Spanish language proficiency (SLP) exam, proctored by Berlitz Testing. Click here for more information. Additionally, if a teacher has taken, or chooses to take, the Praxis II - Spanish: World Language 5195 exam, it will also work at DPS as an appropriate SLP exam, as long as the candidate scores 163 or higher on the Praxis II (#5195) exam.
- ELA-S ONLY: Must be Bilingual in Spanish and English, required.
- Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
- Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us. Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Early Childhood Education
Get your foreign degree evaluated early
PERM requires your credentials to match the job's minimum requirements. A NACES-member credential evaluation agency can confirm whether your early childhood education degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's before you apply anywhere.
Target Head Start and public school employers
Head Start grantees and public school districts receive federal funding and are accustomed to PERM filings. Prioritize these over small private daycare centers, which rarely have the legal infrastructure to sponsor a green card.
Check state teaching license portability before accepting offers
PERM certifies your job offer, but USCIS will still scrutinize whether you hold the state license your job requires. Confirm your foreign credentials meet your target state's early childhood licensure standards before the I-140 is filed.
Verify the employer's prevailing wage obligation upfront
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location before PERM is submitted. Look up the applicable rate using the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the offered salary qualifies.
Search for sponsoring employers using Migrate Mate
Filter early childhood education roles by green card sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. You'll see which employers have filed PERM applications for similar positions, so you're not guessing who will actually sponsor.
Understand that EB-3 timelines depend on your birth country
EB-3 has no annual visa cap per employer, but per-country limits affect how long you wait for a visa number. Nationals from oversubscribed countries should review the USCIS Visa Bulletin before comparing offers.
Green Card Early Childhood Education: Frequently Asked Questions
Does early childhood education qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most early childhood education roles qualify under EB-3 as professional positions requiring at least a bachelor's degree. EB-2 sponsorship is possible if the role requires an advanced degree, such as a master's in early childhood education or a related field, and the employer is willing to document that requirement in the PERM filing.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for early childhood education roles?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, capped at 85,000 per year, and subject to an annual lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship is permanent, has no lottery, and is not subject to an annual employer cap at the EB-3 level. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification and I-140 approval can take one to three years before you reach the adjustment of status stage.
What credentials do I need for an employer to sponsor my green card in this field?
You'll need a bachelor's degree or higher in early childhood education, child development, or a closely related field. Foreign degrees must be evaluated by a NACES-member agency to confirm U.S. equivalency. Many states also require a specific teaching or childcare license, and USCIS will expect the job offer to align with those state-mandated credential requirements.
Where can I find early childhood education employers who sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search early childhood education roles filtered by employers with PERM sponsorship history, so you can identify which school districts, Head Start programs, and childcare organizations have actually filed for foreign workers before. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and asking each employer about sponsorship after the fact.
Can a small private childcare center sponsor my green card?
Technically yes, but small private centers rarely have the legal and HR infrastructure to manage a multi-year PERM process. You'd need the employer to retain an immigration attorney, pay DOL prevailing wages, run the required recruitment steps, and commit to the role for the duration of the case. Public school districts and federally funded Head Start programs are more reliably equipped to sponsor.