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Special Ed Teacher roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, where your employer files with DOL to permanently hire you. Most positions require a state teaching license, a bachelor's or master's in special education, and demonstrated classroom experience before sponsorship begins.
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Location: Global Tech
FLSA Status: Exempt | Full-Time
Reports To: Academy Principal
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, merit pay bonus, 401(k)
ABOUT GEE
Global Educational Excellence (GEE) operates a network of charter schools across Southeast Michigan focused on academic achievement and community. Our staff benefit from structured mentorship, weekly professional development, and a collaborative school culture.
Position Summary
The Special Education Teacher provides individualized instruction and support for students with mild to moderate disabilities, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to implement IEPs and promote inclusive education.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree required
- Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a special education endorsement as required by the Michigan State Board of Education
- Candidates who do not yet hold a Michigan teaching certificate may qualify through enrollment in GEE's Career Advancement Program (CAP), which provides a supported pathway to Michigan certification. CAP eligibility is determined at the time of application.
- Satisfactory criminal background check
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver specially designed instruction aligned with each student's IEP goals
- Collaborate with general education teachers to modify curriculum and provide co-teaching support
- Participate in IEP, 504, and Child Study Team meetings; develop and review annual goals
- Coordinate with paraprofessionals, therapists, and related service providers
- Maintain legally required documentation, progress notes, and compliance records per MDE standards
- Communicate regularly with families on student progress and home support strategies
- Provide accommodations and modifications for assessments as outlined in each student's IEP
Physical Requirements
Must be able to perform the physical demands of the role, including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, and standing for extended periods. Work environment includes elevated noise levels.
This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this role. It is not exhaustive. GEE reserves the right to amend responsibilities to meet organizational needs.
Global Educational Excellence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
HOW TO APPLY
Global Educational Excellence (GEE)
2455 S. Industrial Hwy., Ann Arbor, MI 48104
careers.gee-edu.com | hr@gee-edu.com | (734) 369-9500
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Special Education Teacher
Location: Global Tech
FLSA Status: Exempt | Full-Time
Reports To: Academy Principal
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, merit pay bonus, 401(k)
ABOUT GEE
Global Educational Excellence (GEE) operates a network of charter schools across Southeast Michigan focused on academic achievement and community. Our staff benefit from structured mentorship, weekly professional development, and a collaborative school culture.
Position Summary
The Special Education Teacher provides individualized instruction and support for students with mild to moderate disabilities, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to implement IEPs and promote inclusive education.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree required
- Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a special education endorsement as required by the Michigan State Board of Education
- Candidates who do not yet hold a Michigan teaching certificate may qualify through enrollment in GEE's Career Advancement Program (CAP), which provides a supported pathway to Michigan certification. CAP eligibility is determined at the time of application.
- Satisfactory criminal background check
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver specially designed instruction aligned with each student's IEP goals
- Collaborate with general education teachers to modify curriculum and provide co-teaching support
- Participate in IEP, 504, and Child Study Team meetings; develop and review annual goals
- Coordinate with paraprofessionals, therapists, and related service providers
- Maintain legally required documentation, progress notes, and compliance records per MDE standards
- Communicate regularly with families on student progress and home support strategies
- Provide accommodations and modifications for assessments as outlined in each student's IEP
Physical Requirements
Must be able to perform the physical demands of the role, including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, and standing for extended periods. Work environment includes elevated noise levels.
This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this role. It is not exhaustive. GEE reserves the right to amend responsibilities to meet organizational needs.
Global Educational Excellence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
HOW TO APPLY
Global Educational Excellence (GEE)
2455 S. Industrial Hwy., Ann Arbor, MI 48104
careers.gee-edu.com | hr@gee-edu.com | (734) 369-9500
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Special Ed Teacher
Verify your state licensure transfers cleanly
PERM requires your credentials to match the job requirements exactly. A teaching license issued in your home country won't satisfy state certification requirements, so arrange a foreign credential evaluation and start the reciprocal licensure process before applying to sponsored roles.
Target public school districts with E-Verify enrollment
School districts enrolled in E-Verify signal existing infrastructure for employment authorization verification, which often correlates with prior experience sponsoring foreign teachers. Filter your search to districts with documented international hiring history, particularly in special education shortage areas.
Understand why EB-3 fits most Special Ed roles
Most Special Ed Teacher positions are filed under EB-3 as professional or skilled worker roles. Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 has no annual lottery, and many nationalities face shorter wait times at this preference level, making it a more predictable path to permanent residency.
Search green-card-sponsoring districts on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Special Ed Teacher jobs by employers with active PERM filing history. This narrows your search to districts that have already navigated the DOL process, cutting out the guesswork of cold-applying to employers unfamiliar with sponsorship.
Check prevailing wage before your offer stage
PERM requires your employer to pay the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your specific title and district county before you negotiate, so your offer doesn't fall below the threshold that would stall your petition.
Ask HR whether the district has a PERM attorney on retainer
Districts experienced with green card sponsorship typically retain an immigration attorney who manages PERM filings. If a district's HR team can't name their legal counsel for immigration matters, that's a signal they've rarely or never sponsored a foreign teacher through the full EB process.
Green Card Special Ed Teacher: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Special Ed Teacher jobs qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Special Ed Teacher positions qualify under EB-3 as professional roles, since they typically require a bachelor's degree in special education or a related field. If the position requires a master's degree and the employer can demonstrate that in good faith, EB-2 sponsorship is possible. Your state teaching license and any specialized endorsements strengthen the petition regardless of which preference category applies.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for teachers?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization period. There's no annual lottery at the EB-3 level, so your petition doesn't depend on a random selection event each April. The PERM process is longer upfront, typically one to two years from labor certification through I-140 approval, but the outcome is a path to lawful permanent residency rather than a visa that requires renewal or re-sponsorship every few years.
Which school districts are most likely to sponsor Special Ed Teachers for a green card?
Districts with documented teacher shortages, particularly in rural areas and large urban systems, are more likely to have prior experience with PERM filings. Districts that have previously sponsored teachers through J-1 visa or H-1B programs often have the HR infrastructure to manage EB-3 sponsorship. Use Migrate Mate to search for Special Ed Teacher roles filtered by employers with active PERM filing history, which removes the guesswork of identifying willing sponsors.
What credentials do I need before a U.S. employer can sponsor me through PERM?
You'll need a state-issued teaching license in special education for the state where the district is located, a foreign credential evaluation confirming your degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's or master's, and documentation of any specialized endorsements such as autism spectrum or learning disabilities. PERM requires your qualifications to meet the minimum requirements listed in the job description exactly, so a credential mismatch can invalidate the petition.
Can my employer start the PERM process before I arrive in the United States?
Yes. PERM labor certification is filed by the employer with DOL and doesn't require you to be physically present in the U.S. However, the subsequent I-140 immigrant petition and your adjustment of status or consular processing steps do have separate timing requirements. Many internationally recruited Special Ed Teachers begin the PERM process from abroad while completing final licensure steps, allowing the labor certification clock to run concurrently with credentialing.