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Special education teacher roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing an I-140 petition. School districts and special education contractors regularly sponsor foreign credentialed teachers, making this one of the more accessible pathways to permanent U.S. residency for educators.
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HealthPro Pediatrics has an exciting opportunity available for a Special Education Teacher in Wesley Chapel, FL!
- Full Time On Site in Wesley Chapel, FL
- Pay Range $40-45 an hour
- W2 employer (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k)
- IND Classroom
Why Choose HealthPro Pediatrics?
Meaningful Impact: Play a pivotal role in the lives of children and their families by helping them overcome challenges and achieve milestones in speech, physical, occupational, or ABA therapy.
Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!
All kids, all in!
At HealthPro Pediatrics, a division of HealthPro Heritage, we say “Yes!” because every child deserves a yes. As a leader in pediatric therapy, we provide a purpose-driven environment where your skills and compassion truly make a meaningful difference for children and families. At HealthPro Pediatrics, you’ll be part of a collaborative pediatric team with opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and leadership across our ABA, Outpatient Pediatrics, Early Intervention, and School-Based therapy services!
Responsibilities:
- Consult and collaborate with School staff and families in regards to students’ educational deficits
- Conduct initial screenings as well as comprehensive evaluations
- Participate in the IEP process in developing present levels of performance, goals and objectives, and treatment recommendations for students qualifying for Special Education services
- Provide Special Education sessions through the use of current best practices based on prescribed services in the IEP
- Maintain all documentation required by the district including, but not limited to, notes, monthly summaries, and annual IEP’s
Qualifications
- Must hold a current license to practice in the state of ?state
- Have successful experience working with culturally diverse families
- Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Overview:
HealthPro Pediatrics has an exciting opportunity available for a Special Education Teacher in Wesley Chapel, FL!
- Full Time On Site in Wesley Chapel, FL
- Pay Range $40-45 an hour
- W2 employer (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k)
- IND Classroom
Why Choose HealthPro Pediatrics?
Meaningful Impact: Play a pivotal role in the lives of children and their families by helping them overcome challenges and achieve milestones in speech, physical, occupational, or ABA therapy.
Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!
All kids, all in!
At HealthPro Pediatrics, a division of HealthPro Heritage, we say “Yes!” because every child deserves a yes. As a leader in pediatric therapy, we provide a purpose-driven environment where your skills and compassion truly make a meaningful difference for children and families. At HealthPro Pediatrics, you’ll be part of a collaborative pediatric team with opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and leadership across our ABA, Outpatient Pediatrics, Early Intervention, and School-Based therapy services!
Responsibilities:
- Consult and collaborate with School staff and families in regards to students’ educational deficits
- Conduct initial screenings as well as comprehensive evaluations
- Participate in the IEP process in developing present levels of performance, goals and objectives, and treatment recommendations for students qualifying for Special Education services
- Provide Special Education sessions through the use of current best practices based on prescribed services in the IEP
- Maintain all documentation required by the district including, but not limited to, notes, monthly summaries, and annual IEP’s
Qualifications
- Must hold a current license to practice in the state of ?state
- Have successful experience working with culturally diverse families
- Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Special Education Teacher
Align your credentials before applying
State teaching licensure is a PERM requirement for special education roles. Get your foreign degree evaluated by a NACES-approved credential evaluation service and check your target state's special education endorsement requirements before approaching any employer.
Target school districts with active PERM filings
Large urban and suburban public school districts file PERM applications far more frequently than private schools. Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure data by occupational title to identify districts that have sponsored special education teachers in recent fiscal years.
Search green card sponsorship jobs on Migrate Mate
Filter by special education roles on Migrate Mate to find employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. This saves you from cold-applying to schools that have never filed a PERM for a teaching position.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the Level I through Level IV wage for your specialty area and district, so your offer letter meets the threshold from day one.
Confirm your employer's E-Verify enrollment early
Many school districts are required to use E-Verify by state law, but some smaller districts are not enrolled. Confirm enrollment before your employer begins PERM recruitment, since E-Verify participation affects I-9 compliance and can flag issues during USCIS adjudication of your I-140.
Request a clear PERM recruitment timeline from HR
PERM requires employers to complete mandatory recruitment steps, including job postings and a Sunday newspaper advertisement, before filing. Ask HR to walk you through their expected timeline so you can plan your current visa status or OPT expiration around the PERM filing date.
Green Card Special Education Teacher: Frequently Asked Questions
Do special education teacher roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most special education teacher positions qualify under EB-3 as professional roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree with state licensure. Roles requiring a master's degree, such as certain district-level special education specialists or behavior intervention positions, may qualify under EB-2. Your employer's immigration attorney determines the appropriate category based on the job requirements documented in the PERM application.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for special education teachers?
Green card sponsorship via PERM leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization period. Unlike the H-1B visa, there is no annual lottery for EB-3 employment-based green cards for most nationalities, though per-country backlogs affect applicants from India and China. The PERM process also has no annual cap at the petition stage, so your employer can file at any time of year without waiting for an application window.
Which employers most commonly sponsor special education teachers for green cards?
Large urban public school districts, county office of education agencies, and special education staffing contractors that place teachers into public schools are the most frequent PERM filers for this occupation. Charter management organizations with multiple campuses also sponsor, though less consistently. Reviewing DOL OFLC disclosure records by SOC code for special education teachers reveals which specific employers have active sponsorship programs.
How can I find special education teacher jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate to filter special education teacher openings by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. This avoids the common problem of applying to districts that list competitive salaries but have no infrastructure to file a PERM application, saving months of back-and-forth with HR departments unfamiliar with the process.
Does my foreign teaching degree qualify for PERM, and does my home-country license matter?
PERM requires your degree to meet the U.S. equivalent standard for the role. A foreign bachelor's degree in education or a related field typically qualifies after evaluation by a NACES-approved credential service. Your home-country teaching license does not substitute for U.S. state licensure, which must be obtained separately. Some states offer provisional or emergency certificates that allow you to work while completing full licensure requirements.