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Biology Teacher jobs at H-1B visa-sponsoring schools require a bachelor's degree or higher in biology or a closely related science field, satisfying the specialty occupation standard. Private K-12 schools, charter networks, and universities file I-129 petitions and certified LCAs on your behalf, covering each campus location where you'll teach.
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Location: Great Hearts Western Hills Upper School (8702 Ingram Rd, San Antonio, TX 78251)
Reports To: Headmaster
FLSA Status: Salaried-Exempt
We are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX). Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.
Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty
- Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
- Texas Teacher Retirement System
- Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities
Science at Great Hearts:
- Life Science, Earth Science, Physical Science, Physics (I- Mechanics and II -E&M), Chemistry and Biology
- Science courses are not taught with a utilitarian aim, but rather, primarily for the sake of the subjects themselves, as awe-inspiring, intellectually stimulating, and beautiful.
- Science courses are rigorous and content-rich, with a focus on laboratory and field experience.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.
- Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.
- Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships.
- Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching.
Required/Preferred Education:
- Bachelor's or higher degree is required for a lead teaching role
- Certification is not required for general education
- All majors are welcome
US work authorization is required
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Title: High School Biology Teacher
Location: Great Hearts Western Hills Upper School (8702 Ingram Rd, San Antonio, TX 78251)
Reports To: Headmaster
FLSA Status: Salaried-Exempt
We are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX). Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.
Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty
- Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
- Texas Teacher Retirement System
- Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities
Science at Great Hearts:
- Life Science, Earth Science, Physical Science, Physics (I- Mechanics and II -E&M), Chemistry and Biology
- Science courses are not taught with a utilitarian aim, but rather, primarily for the sake of the subjects themselves, as awe-inspiring, intellectually stimulating, and beautiful.
- Science courses are rigorous and content-rich, with a focus on laboratory and field experience.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.
- Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.
- Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships.
- Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching.
Required/Preferred Education:
- Bachelor's or higher degree is required for a lead teaching role
- Certification is not required for general education
- All majors are welcome
US work authorization is required
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Biology Teacher
Get your transcripts evaluated before applying
If your biology degree was earned outside the U.S., order a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved service before you apply. Employers and USCIS need confirmation your degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in a biological science field.
Look up prevailing wages by school district
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the prevailing wage for Secondary School Teachers in each district where you're interviewing. Your offer must meet or exceed that figure, and each worksite requires its own certified LCA.
Target private schools and charter networks first
Public school districts in most states require state licensure before hiring, which adds a separate timeline. Private and charter schools often have more flexibility to begin the H-1B process while your teaching credential is in progress.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Biology Teacher roles on Migrate Mate to see employers with confirmed H-1B sponsorship history. Targeting schools that have filed for science teachers before cuts time wasted on employers unfamiliar with the process.
Confirm cap-exempt status with university employers
Colleges, universities, and affiliated nonprofit research institutions are cap-exempt, meaning your petition can be filed any time of year and isn't subject to the annual selection process. Ask HR explicitly whether the institution qualifies before accepting an offer.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
School calendars are rigid. If your position starts at the beginning of a semester, ask the employer to file with premium processing through USCIS. Standard processing timelines can exceed the gap between your offer letter and the first day of class.
H-1B Visa Biology Teacher: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Biology Teacher role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Biology Teacher positions at the secondary and post-secondary level typically qualify because the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, life sciences, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates both the job duties and the degree requirement. Employers strengthen the petition by writing a job description that ties specific classroom and curriculum responsibilities to degree-level scientific knowledge.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Biology Teachers?
Private K-12 schools, independent charter networks, and colleges and universities are the most common sponsors. Public school districts can sponsor H-1B workers but often require state teaching licensure first, which affects timing. Universities and affiliated research institutions are frequently cap-exempt, allowing petitions to be filed outside the annual selection window. You can browse verified sponsoring schools on Migrate Mate.
What teaching credentials or licenses do I need alongside my H-1B?
H-1B status does not waive state licensure requirements. If you're teaching at a public school, most states require a valid teaching certificate before you can be placed in a classroom. Private and charter schools typically set their own credentialing standards and may hire while you pursue licensure. Check the requirements for the specific state and school type before accepting any offer.
What happens to my H-1B status if the school loses funding or closes?
If your employer terminates your position, your H-1B status ends and USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another visa status, or depart the U.S. The new employer must file a new I-129 petition before you begin work. Document your termination date carefully, as the grace period clock starts from that day.
Can I teach at multiple campuses under one H-1B petition?
Only if all worksites are covered by a certified LCA. Each physical location where you teach must have its own LCA filed with the DOL before you work there. If your employer assigns you to an additional campus mid-year, they must certify a new LCA for that site first. A single LCA filed for one school building does not automatically extend to other locations within the same district or network.