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Adjunct Faculty roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific academic discipline. Many colleges and universities are cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning there's no lottery and no annual cap to wait on.
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Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the School. This posting will stay open continuously in order to build a pool of qualified candidates for future openings as Adjunct Instructors. Applicants will not be notified unless there is an actual need to fill the position.
PROGRAM OPERATION:
- Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes.
- Provide syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught to students and follows syllabus content and requirements.
- Maintain student attendance and grading records according to College policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook.
- Submits requested information within established timelines.
STUDENTS:
- Is available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions/provide assistance.
- Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program coordinator to resolve issues.
INSTRUCTION:
- Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s).
- Use technology such as Canvas, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate.
- In event of emergency absence, notifies program/department chair. Conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views.
- Promote same as an integral part of one's work.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
A qualified faculty member in English meets the discipline standard through one of two routes:
- Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in English, or
- Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in any field with 18 graduate semester credit hours in English, linguistics, or courses related to the writing process.
BENEFITS:
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:
Health & Wellness
- Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
- Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Financial & Retirement Benefits
- All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
Educational Benefits
- Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.
For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
INTRODUCTION
Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the School. This posting will stay open continuously in order to build a pool of qualified candidates for future openings as Adjunct Instructors. Applicants will not be notified unless there is an actual need to fill the position.
PROGRAM OPERATION:
- Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes.
- Provide syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught to students and follows syllabus content and requirements.
- Maintain student attendance and grading records according to College policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook.
- Submits requested information within established timelines.
STUDENTS:
- Is available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions/provide assistance.
- Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program coordinator to resolve issues.
INSTRUCTION:
- Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s).
- Use technology such as Canvas, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate.
- In event of emergency absence, notifies program/department chair. Conduct all activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of people, styles, and views.
- Promote same as an integral part of one's work.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
A qualified faculty member in English meets the discipline standard through one of two routes:
- Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in English, or
- Possesses an earned master's or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in any field with 18 graduate semester credit hours in English, linguistics, or courses related to the writing process.
BENEFITS:
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:
Health & Wellness
- Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
- Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Financial & Retirement Benefits
- All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
Educational Benefits
- Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.
For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
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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.