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Who We Are
Founded in 1891, Seattle Pacific University is a Christian university committed to engaging the culture and changing the world through academic excellence, service, and the development of people of competence and character.
SPU's Center for Professional Education (CPE), within the College of Humanities, Education, and the Arts, provides professional learning opportunities for educators, including add-on endorsement programs that help Washington State teachers expand their professional qualifications and instructional expertise.
What We Need
Seattle Pacific University's Center for Professional Education is seeking experienced current or recently retired K–12 educators to serve as adjunct faculty field experience supervisors for teachers completing add-on endorsement programs.
The Adjunct Faculty – Field Experience Supervisor supports Seattle Pacific University's mission by contributing to a Christ-centered learning and working community committed to academic excellence, service, and engagement with the world. In this role, the employee brings their skills, gifts, and professional expertise to work that matters—serving students, colleagues, and the broader University community in ways that reflect SPU's values and purpose. To that end, all University employees are required to be aligned with and supportive of SPU's Statement of Faith and its derivative policies and lifestyle expectations.
In this instructional role, field experience supervisors serve as faculty educators, providing individualized instruction, professional mentoring, and assessment of candidates as they apply endorsement-specific knowledge and teaching practices in K–12 classrooms. Supervisors guide candidates in developing and demonstrating the competencies required for successful completion of their field experience coursework.
We are seeking qualified supervisors in the following endorsement areas:
- Health and Fitness
- Library Media
- Special Education
- Reading
- English Language Learners (ELL) and Bilingual Education
- Elementary Education
Assignments are made based on program needs, supervisor qualifications, and student enrollment.
Instruction & Candidate Development
- Provide individualized instruction and professional guidance to endorsement candidates during their field experience coursework.
- Teach and reinforce endorsement-specific instructional practices, professional standards, and effective teaching strategies.
- Mentor candidates through reflection, feedback, and coaching to strengthen their instructional effectiveness.
Observation & Assessment
- Observe candidates' classroom instruction and evaluate their application of teaching competencies.
- Provide formative feedback and instructional guidance to support candidate growth and improvement.
- Assess candidate performance against established course objectives and endorsement requirements.
Course Evaluation & Faculty Responsibilities
- Review and evaluate field experience assignments, reflections, and required documentation.
- Determine candidate achievement of course learning outcomes and submit final grades and assessments.
- Communicate with candidates and CPE staff regarding instructional progress and successful completion of field experience requirements.
What You Bring
- A master's degree in education or a closely related field.
- A valid Washington State teaching certificate.
- Current or recent K–12 teaching experience in at least one of the identified endorsement areas.
- A minimum of five years of teaching experience in the relevant area for applicants currently teaching.
- Strong knowledge of effective instructional practices, professional teaching standards, and assessment methods.
- Ability to teach, mentor, and evaluate adult learners in a professional education setting.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Mission Alignment: A personal commitment to the Christian faith and affirmation of SPU's Statement of Faith; enthusiasm for supporting the University's Christian mission; and willingness to uphold the policies and lifestyle expectations of SPU's Christian community.
Compensation & Position Details
- Compensation: $500 per assigned student field experience.
- Appointment: Part-time, adjunct faculty; assignments based on program needs and student enrollment.
Inquiries should be addressed to:
Jenn Brown, PhD
Associate Director, Center for Professional Education
College of Humanities and Education
wilsonj17@spu.edu
Additional Information:
How to Apply
Interested candidates should complete SPU's online employment application and submit a resume or curriculum vitae and a cover letter outlining their relevant teaching experience, endorsement area(s) of expertise, and interest in serving as a field experience supervisor.
Also completed as part of the SPU application for adjuncts will be a written statement responding to the Statement of Faith and a written statement regarding your teaching philosophy.
We welcome applications from experienced educators who are passionate about teaching and mentoring fellow teachers and supporting excellence in K–12 education.
Job Description:
Who We Are
Founded in 1891, Seattle Pacific University is a Christian university committed to engaging the culture and changing the world through academic excellence, service, and the development of people of competence and character.
SPU's Center for Professional Education (CPE), within the College of Humanities, Education, and the Arts, provides professional learning opportunities for educators, including add-on endorsement programs that help Washington State teachers expand their professional qualifications and instructional expertise.
What We Need
Seattle Pacific University's Center for Professional Education is seeking experienced current or recently retired K–12 educators to serve as adjunct faculty field experience supervisors for teachers completing add-on endorsement programs.
The Adjunct Faculty – Field Experience Supervisor supports Seattle Pacific University's mission by contributing to a Christ-centered learning and working community committed to academic excellence, service, and engagement with the world. In this role, the employee brings their skills, gifts, and professional expertise to work that matters—serving students, colleagues, and the broader University community in ways that reflect SPU's values and purpose. To that end, all University employees are required to be aligned with and supportive of SPU's Statement of Faith and its derivative policies and lifestyle expectations.
In this instructional role, field experience supervisors serve as faculty educators, providing individualized instruction, professional mentoring, and assessment of candidates as they apply endorsement-specific knowledge and teaching practices in K–12 classrooms. Supervisors guide candidates in developing and demonstrating the competencies required for successful completion of their field experience coursework.
We are seeking qualified supervisors in the following endorsement areas:
- Health and Fitness
- Library Media
- Special Education
- Reading
- English Language Learners (ELL) and Bilingual Education
- Elementary Education
Assignments are made based on program needs, supervisor qualifications, and student enrollment.
Instruction & Candidate Development
- Provide individualized instruction and professional guidance to endorsement candidates during their field experience coursework.
- Teach and reinforce endorsement-specific instructional practices, professional standards, and effective teaching strategies.
- Mentor candidates through reflection, feedback, and coaching to strengthen their instructional effectiveness.
Observation & Assessment
- Observe candidates' classroom instruction and evaluate their application of teaching competencies.
- Provide formative feedback and instructional guidance to support candidate growth and improvement.
- Assess candidate performance against established course objectives and endorsement requirements.
Course Evaluation & Faculty Responsibilities
- Review and evaluate field experience assignments, reflections, and required documentation.
- Determine candidate achievement of course learning outcomes and submit final grades and assessments.
- Communicate with candidates and CPE staff regarding instructional progress and successful completion of field experience requirements.
What You Bring
- A master's degree in education or a closely related field.
- A valid Washington State teaching certificate.
- Current or recent K–12 teaching experience in at least one of the identified endorsement areas.
- A minimum of five years of teaching experience in the relevant area for applicants currently teaching.
- Strong knowledge of effective instructional practices, professional teaching standards, and assessment methods.
- Ability to teach, mentor, and evaluate adult learners in a professional education setting.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Mission Alignment: A personal commitment to the Christian faith and affirmation of SPU's Statement of Faith; enthusiasm for supporting the University's Christian mission; and willingness to uphold the policies and lifestyle expectations of SPU's Christian community.
Compensation & Position Details
- Compensation: $500 per assigned student field experience.
- Appointment: Part-time, adjunct faculty; assignments based on program needs and student enrollment.
Inquiries should be addressed to:
Jenn Brown, PhD
Associate Director, Center for Professional Education
College of Humanities and Education
wilsonj17@spu.edu
Additional Information:
How to Apply
Interested candidates should complete SPU's online employment application and submit a resume or curriculum vitae and a cover letter outlining their relevant teaching experience, endorsement area(s) of expertise, and interest in serving as a field experience supervisor.
Also completed as part of the SPU application for adjuncts will be a written statement responding to the Statement of Faith and a written statement regarding your teaching philosophy.
We welcome applications from experienced educators who are passionate about teaching and mentoring fellow teachers and supporting excellence in K–12 education.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Adjunct Faculty
Target cap-exempt institutions first
Colleges, universities, and nonprofit research organizations affiliated with higher education can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap. That means year-round filing, no lottery, and a faster path to approval than corporate sponsors.
Confirm your field maps to a specialty occupation
USCIS requires that an Adjunct Faculty role normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific discipline. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your teaching field to document the standard educational requirement before your employer files.
Request the LCA before negotiating your contract
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and certify it before submitting the H-1B petition. Ask HR to initiate the LCA early, since adjunct contracts are often finalized weeks before a semester starts, leaving little time.
Search Migrate Mate for adjunct roles with filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Adjunct Faculty openings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. That lets you focus your applications on institutions that have already sponsored the role, not ones that might sponsor it in theory.
Verify prevailing wage against your offer letter
DOL requires your offered wage to meet the prevailing wage for your occupation and location. Run your job title and zip code through the OFLC Wage Search before signing any contract to confirm your rate meets the requirement.
Clarify part-time status with your petitioning employer
USCIS allows H-1B petitions for part-time adjunct positions, but the approved hours and wage must match what the employer files. If your course load changes semester to semester, your employer may need to amend the petition to avoid a status violation.
H-1B Visa Adjunct Faculty: Frequently Asked Questions
Can an adjunct faculty position qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. An Adjunct Faculty role qualifies when the institution requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific academic discipline for the position. USCIS evaluates the job's theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge, not just the job title. Roles that accept any degree field or treat the degree as optional are harder to approve.
Do I need to go through the H-1B lottery for a university adjunct role?
Not necessarily. Colleges, universities, and affiliated nonprofit research institutions are cap-exempt employers under the Immigration and Nationality Act. That means they can file H-1B petitions at any time of year without waiting for the April lottery or the October 1 start date. Confirm your specific institution's cap-exempt status with HR before assuming this applies.
How do I find adjunct faculty employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate surfaces Adjunct Faculty openings filtered by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history from DOL disclosure data. That lets you focus on institutions that have sponsored the role before rather than contacting departments that have no experience with the H-1B process.
What happens to my H-1B status if my course load is reduced mid-semester?
If your approved hours drop significantly below what USCIS certified in your H-1B petition, your employer needs to file an amended petition reflecting the change. Working fewer hours than petitioned without an amendment can create a status violation. Adjuncts on per-course contracts should confirm with HR what triggers an amendment requirement before accepting a reduced load.
Can I teach at more than one institution on a single H-1B visa?
You can work for multiple cap-exempt institutions simultaneously, but each employer must file a separate H-1B petition. USCIS requires a concurrent H-1B approval from every institution paying you as an adjunct. Don't start teaching at a second school while waiting on their petition approval, even if both are cap-exempt.