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Teacher Coach jobs with green card sponsorship require employers to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, confirming the role meets prevailing wage standards before filing an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. EB-2 or EB-3 classification depends on your degree and experience, and priority-date backlogs vary by country of birth.
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Carson Academy of Science is actively recruiting licensed and experienced candidates for a Teacher - Staff Development coaching position.
A Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) teacher provides an instructional program for regular and special education students which is appropriate to their educational needs and developmental level. The educational program is offered in an equitable, multi-cultural setting and teaches all children to think deeply, critically and creatively. The teacher's work supports the MPS strategic plan.
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a valid Wisconsin DPI license aligned to the assigned grade bands:
- Grades 1-6 or 1-8 for K5 settings,
- Grades 1-8 for K8 settings,
- Grades 6-8 for middle school,
- Grades 9-12 for high school,
- And a K-12 license for the K-12 buildings.
- A Director of Instruction license (5010) may be used to meet grade band requirements across all grade levels.
Candidates whose current licensure does not align with the required grade bands may be considered for a permit with license-based placement if they are willing to pursue the appropriate extension through an approved certification program or the LWS3 portfolio process, as applicable.
How To Apply
Interested applicants should complete all sections of the application including the online submission of a current resume.
Interview teams may request candidates to submit additional items including, but not limited to, letters of recommendation, sample lesson plans, reference lists, and/or writing samples.
At the time of hire, the selected candidate will need to submit one (1) letter of recommendation dated within the last year and signed by the author and official transcripts conferring his/her undergraduate degree.
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
The teacher salary range starts at $55,201.91 and increases according to the set salary schedule based on education beyond the required bachelor's degree and previous years of fully-licensed K-12 teaching experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.
In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.
Job Summary
Carson Academy of Science is actively recruiting licensed and experienced candidates for a Teacher - Staff Development coaching position.
A Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) teacher provides an instructional program for regular and special education students which is appropriate to their educational needs and developmental level. The educational program is offered in an equitable, multi-cultural setting and teaches all children to think deeply, critically and creatively. The teacher's work supports the MPS strategic plan.
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a valid Wisconsin DPI license aligned to the assigned grade bands:
- Grades 1-6 or 1-8 for K5 settings,
- Grades 1-8 for K8 settings,
- Grades 6-8 for middle school,
- Grades 9-12 for high school,
- And a K-12 license for the K-12 buildings.
- A Director of Instruction license (5010) may be used to meet grade band requirements across all grade levels.
Candidates whose current licensure does not align with the required grade bands may be considered for a permit with license-based placement if they are willing to pursue the appropriate extension through an approved certification program or the LWS3 portfolio process, as applicable.
How To Apply
Interested applicants should complete all sections of the application including the online submission of a current resume.
Interview teams may request candidates to submit additional items including, but not limited to, letters of recommendation, sample lesson plans, reference lists, and/or writing samples.
At the time of hire, the selected candidate will need to submit one (1) letter of recommendation dated within the last year and signed by the author and official transcripts conferring his/her undergraduate degree.
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
The teacher salary range starts at $55,201.91 and increases according to the set salary schedule based on education beyond the required bachelor's degree and previous years of fully-licensed K-12 teaching experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.
In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Teacher Coach
Match your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
If you hold a master's degree in education, curriculum design, or instructional coaching, you likely qualify for EB-2. A bachelor's degree with two or more years of coaching or teaching experience typically qualifies under EB-3 skilled worker.
Research prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your occupation code and target metro area. Your employer must offer at least that wage in the PERM filing, so knowing the floor protects you during salary discussions.
Find employers with active green card histories
Search Migrate Mate to identify school districts, education management organizations, and ed-tech companies that have filed PERM applications for instructional roles, so you can focus your applications where green card sponsorship is already established practice.
Target districts with established HR infrastructure
Large public school districts and private school networks with dedicated HR teams handle PERM recruitment advertising and documentation more reliably than smaller institutions. Ask directly whether the district has completed PERM filings for instructional roles before.
Understand the PERM recruitment test requirements
Your employer must run a formal recruitment campaign before DOL certifies the PERM application, documenting that no qualified U.S. workers applied. Knowing this process helps you set realistic timelines with hiring managers unfamiliar with green card sponsorship.
Preserve your priority date if you change employers
Once USCIS approves your original I-140, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's petition. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability also allows you to move to a similar instructional coaching role without restarting the process.
Green Card Teacher Coach: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category covers Teacher Coach roles?
Most Teacher Coach positions qualify under EB-3 skilled worker, which requires a bachelor's degree and at least two years of relevant experience. Candidates with a master's degree in education, instructional design, or a related field may qualify under EB-2. Your employer determines the classification when filing the PERM application with the Department of Labor.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Teacher Coach?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence rather than a temporary status tied to a single employer. The process begins with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, followed by an I-140 immigrant petition and adjustment of status or consular processing. There is no lottery, but per-country annual limits mean priority-date backlogs can affect nationals of high-demand countries like India and China.
How do I find school districts and education organizations that sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate shows employers with verified PERM and I-140 filing history for instructional roles, letting you search by location and occupation. This saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering after an offer that an employer has never sponsored a green card before.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for Teacher Coach roles?
The employer files a PERM application with the Department of Labor after completing a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test demonstrating no qualified U.S. workers are available. For Teacher Coach roles, the recruitment must target candidates with matching instructional or coaching qualifications. DOL then reviews and certifies the application before the employer can file the I-140 with USCIS.
Can I change employers while my green card application is pending?
Yes, in two distinct scenarios. If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to the same or a similar instructional role at a new employer without restarting the process. Separately, once USCIS approves your original I-140, your priority date can be retained on a new employer's petition even before the I-485 stage.