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K-12 education roles in public school districts, charter networks, and private schools can qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Districts with documented recruitment shortfalls in subjects like special education, bilingual instruction, and STEM regularly sponsor foreign teachers for permanent residency.
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Colliers Project Leaders is seeking dynamic and driven individuals to join our team in Madison, CT. Colliers Project Leaders has a continually growing portfolio of large scale capital projects serving both public and private clients in multiple sectors in the Connecticut market. We seek highly qualified individuals with an architecture, engineering, or construction background to join our existing team of talented project managers. Our ideal candidates have the desire to lead successful projects and help our amazing clients improve their built environment. They also have the desire to be the leader of the team and the responsibilities that accompany this role. If you’re looking to join a great team and take on the daily challenges and rewards that come with the complex task of managing large scale projects, then we want you. We offer you a dynamic work environment with endless growth and opportunities, then contact us! Come Grow With Us!
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage one or more concurrent construction projects from start to finish - on time and on budget.
- Build strong, trusting client relationships and bring the right people together to come up with innovative ideas and solutions.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the project management process and roles of each team member, including the architects, engineers, and other consultants, and manage all these dynamics.
- Manage the process and ensure the clients’ goals and objectives are being addressed and met within the financial and schedule parameters for multiple stakeholders. Identify, assess, and mitigate issues related to scheduling, logistics, sequencing, cost, quality, and progress as well as negotiating claims and change orders.
- Review and evaluate project related materials such as project descriptions, drawings and specifications, budgets, schedules, contracts, and proposals for services prepared by others, as well as review construction documents on a regular basis for conformance to project goals, value engineering and constructability.
- Develop project related documents such as monthly reports, budgets, schedules, presentations, minutes, insurance tracking logs, etc. and review documents prepared by internal team members for accuracy and reporting purposes.
- Oversee and manage staff with respect to deliverables, performance, and project commitments.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree preferably in architecture, construction management, or related field.
- 5-10 years of experience with an architectural or engineering bachelor degree highly preferred, but we will also entertain candidates with construction management degrees (or similar).
- Prior experience with K-12 schools and/or Higher Education in CT preferred.
- Knowledge of permitting and zoning laws.
- Strong knowledge of various construction methodologies, project management models and financial management, as well as building codes, contract law and relevant legislation.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the client relations, design, construction, and FF&E process.
- Demonstrated ability to manage various tasks, schedules, and deliverables.
- Enthusiasm to promote and drive implementation of projects.
- Professionally recognized designations are considered a strong asset.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
What We Offer
At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities. This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses. We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities. Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!
Overview
Colliers Project Leaders is seeking dynamic and driven individuals to join our team in Madison, CT. Colliers Project Leaders has a continually growing portfolio of large scale capital projects serving both public and private clients in multiple sectors in the Connecticut market. We seek highly qualified individuals with an architecture, engineering, or construction background to join our existing team of talented project managers. Our ideal candidates have the desire to lead successful projects and help our amazing clients improve their built environment. They also have the desire to be the leader of the team and the responsibilities that accompany this role. If you’re looking to join a great team and take on the daily challenges and rewards that come with the complex task of managing large scale projects, then we want you. We offer you a dynamic work environment with endless growth and opportunities, then contact us! Come Grow With Us!
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage one or more concurrent construction projects from start to finish - on time and on budget.
- Build strong, trusting client relationships and bring the right people together to come up with innovative ideas and solutions.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the project management process and roles of each team member, including the architects, engineers, and other consultants, and manage all these dynamics.
- Manage the process and ensure the clients’ goals and objectives are being addressed and met within the financial and schedule parameters for multiple stakeholders. Identify, assess, and mitigate issues related to scheduling, logistics, sequencing, cost, quality, and progress as well as negotiating claims and change orders.
- Review and evaluate project related materials such as project descriptions, drawings and specifications, budgets, schedules, contracts, and proposals for services prepared by others, as well as review construction documents on a regular basis for conformance to project goals, value engineering and constructability.
- Develop project related documents such as monthly reports, budgets, schedules, presentations, minutes, insurance tracking logs, etc. and review documents prepared by internal team members for accuracy and reporting purposes.
- Oversee and manage staff with respect to deliverables, performance, and project commitments.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree preferably in architecture, construction management, or related field.
- 5-10 years of experience with an architectural or engineering bachelor degree highly preferred, but we will also entertain candidates with construction management degrees (or similar).
- Prior experience with K-12 schools and/or Higher Education in CT preferred.
- Knowledge of permitting and zoning laws.
- Strong knowledge of various construction methodologies, project management models and financial management, as well as building codes, contract law and relevant legislation.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the client relations, design, construction, and FF&E process.
- Demonstrated ability to manage various tasks, schedules, and deliverables.
- Enthusiasm to promote and drive implementation of projects.
- Professionally recognized designations are considered a strong asset.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
What We Offer
At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities. This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses. We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities. Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in K 12 Education
Credential your foreign teaching degree first
State teacher certification boards require foreign degree evaluations before issuing a license. Get a course-by-course evaluation from a NACES-member agency early, since PERM requires your credentials to meet the minimum requirements stated in the job posting.
Target districts with chronic shortage designations
Districts that qualify as Teacher Shortage Areas under federal designation face a lower recruitment burden in PERM. Shortages in special education, English as a Second Language, and secondary STEM subjects make sponsorship more likely because domestic recruitment efforts repeatedly come up short.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter K-12 education employers with active PERM and I-140 filing history. Seeing which districts have sponsored foreign teachers before tells you where the HR infrastructure and institutional willingness already exist.
Understand your state license portability before relocating
PERM ties your sponsorship to a specific employer and role location. If your state license isn't transferable to another state, your green card process restarts with a new employer. Confirm reciprocity agreements before committing to a district in a different state.
Confirm the offered wage meets DOL prevailing wage
Before signing an offer letter, verify the salary meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your role and district location using the OFLC Wage Search. A below-prevailing-wage offer will cause PERM to fail, costing both you and the employer significant time.
Time your green card filing around the academic calendar
PERM recruitment must be completed before filing, and school districts often recruit on annual hiring cycles tied to the school year. Filing your PERM after spring recruitment concludes aligns the documented recruitment effort with DOL's required advertising timelines.
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Find K 12 Education JobsK 12 Education Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a public school district sponsor a foreign teacher for a green card?
Yes. Public school districts, charter schools, and private schools can all sponsor foreign nationals for EB-2 or EB-3 green cards through the PERM labor certification process. Districts in subject-matter shortage areas, particularly special education, bilingual education, and secondary STEM, have a stronger basis for demonstrating that no qualified U.S. worker was available, which is the core PERM requirement.
How does green card sponsorship differ from an H-1B for K-12 teachers?
Unlike the H-1B, which is subject to an annual lottery and caps at 85,000 slots, EB-3 green card sponsorship has no annual lottery and no employer-specific cap. The timeline is longer, typically three to five years from PERM filing to approval for most countries, but the outcome is permanent residency rather than a temporary, renewable status. Many school districts already familiar with J-1 or H-1B programs find the PERM process more predictable once they've done it once.
What subjects or specializations make green card sponsorship more realistic for teachers?
Special education, English as a Second Language, bilingual education, and secondary mathematics and science are federally designated shortage areas in many states. These designations matter because PERM requires the employer to demonstrate that no qualified U.S. worker applied for the position. Shortage-area subjects have documented recruitment difficulty, which supports the district's case during PERM review by DOL.
How do I find K-12 employers that have already sponsored green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search for K-12 education employers by their PERM and I-140 filing history, so you can identify districts that have successfully sponsored foreign teachers before. Approaching an employer with an established sponsorship process significantly reduces the risk that HR unfamiliarity will derail your case after an offer is made.
Does my foreign teaching credential automatically qualify me for EB-2 or EB-3?
Not automatically. For EB-3, you need a credential that is recognized as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree in education or a related field, typically confirmed through a NACES-member credential evaluation. EB-2 applies if the role requires an advanced degree, such as positions in curriculum leadership, special education with a master's level requirement, or instructional coaching. Your state teaching license is a separate requirement and must be secured independently before or during the PERM process.
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