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Elementary school teachers can qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the role requires a bachelor's degree in education or a closely related field. Public school districts, charter networks, and private schools all file H-1B petitions, though state licensure requirements add a layer most other sponsored roles don't have.
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Licensed Elementary School/5th Grade
Date Posted:
5/4/2026
Location:
Fox Hollow Elementary
Date Available:
08/10/2026
Closing Date:
05/08/2026
Job Description
Licensure Requirements
All applicants must have a Professional Educator License awarded by the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) or apply for an Associate Educator License (AEL) to be eligible to apply to Jordan School District and participate in our Alternate Pathway to Professional Educator Licensing (APPEL) Program when hired.
Proof of an AEL is required before you will be added to the candidate pool. Follow this link for information on how to apply for an AEL.
Proof of enrollment in a teacher certification program at a local university will also be accepted in lieu of an AEL.
INSURANCE
Jordan School District offers a comprehensive benefits package at competitive premiums. The benefits package includes:
- Medical (3 plans, 2 networks), includes an Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- Basic Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment $50,000
- Supplementary Life and AD&D
- Long Term Disability
- Worksite Benefits (Aflac)
An overview of all the benefits included can be found at https://jordandistrict.org/departments/insurance/
UTAH STATE RETIREMENT
Benefit eligible employees are automatically members of the Utah Retirement Systems (URS). This means that the District contributes into the URS plan on your behalf each month. After the URS vesting period of four years, you will have either the Hybrid option, which is a combination of a pension with a 401k plan, or the 401k option if you choose. Both plans are employer-paid. You can also choose to enhance your retirement with URS by contributing additional money from your paychecks into a 401k, 457, Traditional IRA, or Roth IRA. Learn more about URS retirement plans and investment options at www.urs.org. You may also contact the Payroll Department at 801-567-8154 with any questions.
Position Type:
Licensed Elementary School/5th Grade
Date Posted:
5/4/2026
Location:
Fox Hollow Elementary
Date Available:
08/10/2026
Closing Date:
05/08/2026
Job Description
Licensure Requirements
All applicants must have a Professional Educator License awarded by the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) or apply for an Associate Educator License (AEL) to be eligible to apply to Jordan School District and participate in our Alternate Pathway to Professional Educator Licensing (APPEL) Program when hired.
Proof of an AEL is required before you will be added to the candidate pool. Follow this link for information on how to apply for an AEL.
Proof of enrollment in a teacher certification program at a local university will also be accepted in lieu of an AEL.
INSURANCE
Jordan School District offers a comprehensive benefits package at competitive premiums. The benefits package includes:
- Medical (3 plans, 2 networks), includes an Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- Basic Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment $50,000
- Supplementary Life and AD&D
- Long Term Disability
- Worksite Benefits (Aflac)
An overview of all the benefits included can be found at https://jordandistrict.org/departments/insurance/
UTAH STATE RETIREMENT
Benefit eligible employees are automatically members of the Utah Retirement Systems (URS). This means that the District contributes into the URS plan on your behalf each month. After the URS vesting period of four years, you will have either the Hybrid option, which is a combination of a pension with a 401k plan, or the 401k option if you choose. Both plans are employer-paid. You can also choose to enhance your retirement with URS by contributing additional money from your paychecks into a 401k, 457, Traditional IRA, or Roth IRA. Learn more about URS retirement plans and investment options at www.urs.org. You may also contact the Payroll Department at 801-567-8154 with any questions.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Elementary School Teacher
Secure state licensure before your job search
Most districts won't file an H-1B petition until you hold a valid state teaching license. Start the credentialing process early, some states require a separate foreign credential evaluation that adds weeks to the timeline.
Target private and charter schools first
Public school districts are subject to collective bargaining agreements that sometimes restrict H-1B filings. Private and charter schools operate outside those constraints and have a stronger track record of sponsoring international teachers.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by elementary education roles on Migrate Mate to see which schools and districts have active H-1B LCA filing history with DOL. That filing history confirms genuine sponsorship intent before you invest time in an application.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Your employer must certify your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your role and county. Run your own check using OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer so you can flag any shortfall during negotiations.
Get your foreign degree evaluated for U.S. equivalency
USCIS requires your degree to be equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in education. A credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization documents that equivalency and is required as part of the H-1B petition your employer files.
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Find Elementary School Teacher JobsElementary School Teacher H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an elementary school teacher job qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, elementary school teaching qualifies as a specialty occupation when the employer requires a bachelor's degree in education or a subject-matter field. USCIS looks at whether the degree requirement is standard for the role. Districts and schools that mandate a specific degree, not just any bachelor's, have the strongest case for H-1B approval.
Do I need a state teaching license before my employer files the H-1B petition?
Most employers require you to hold or be eligible for a state teaching license before they'll begin the H-1B filing process. Some states allow employers to file with a license application in progress, but you'll typically need full licensure before your start date. Check your target state's department of education requirements early, since foreign-trained teachers often face additional evaluation steps.
Are public school districts less likely to sponsor H-1B teachers than private schools?
Public districts can and do sponsor H-1B teachers, but union contracts and district HR policies sometimes slow or limit filings. Charter schools and private schools generally have more flexibility. Many districts in states with documented teacher shortages, especially in bilingual education and special education, have active H-1B LCA filing histories. You can verify this on Migrate Mate before applying.
What happens to my H-1B status if the school district is cap-exempt?
Cap-exempt employers, including certain nonprofit and government-affiliated schools, can file your H-1B petition at any point during the year without waiting for the April lottery. Your petition is adjudicated directly by USCIS without competing for one of the 85,000 annual slots. This is a significant advantage for teachers at qualifying institutions and worth confirming with HR before you apply.
Can a school sponsor my H-1B if my degree is in a subject like mathematics rather than education?
Yes, if the school explicitly requires a degree in the subject you'll be teaching, a math or science degree can support the specialty occupation argument. USCIS evaluates whether the degree requirement is tied to the specific duties of the role. A math teacher position that requires a math degree, not just any bachelor's, satisfies the specialty occupation standard under that logic.
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