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ESL Teacher roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in TESOL, linguistics, education, or a related field. Many K-12 districts, language institutes, and universities sponsor H-1B visas for qualified instructors, though filing timelines, prevailing wage requirements, and employer familiarity with the process vary significantly across institution types.
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ESL Teacher (Grades: 5-6) ADSY (RTP20260430-015)
ADSY Start Date: July 20th, 2026
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
- Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles
- Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board of Trustee policies, and administrative regulations
- Establish efficient classroom management procedures
- Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior
- Establish a system of students evaluation within the guidelines prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district
- Continually evaluate and record various aspects of students’ progress and report to parents as needed and required
- Teach within the course of study for the subject area at the grade level as prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district
- Understand and plan lessons leading to subject area objectives and assume the responsibility for written lesson plans for substitutes
- Provide a variety of planned learning experiences using a variety of media and methods in order to motivate students and best utilize available time for instruction
- Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude, and learning problems
- Be available for counseling with students and parents before and after school
- Share the responsibility of interpreting the educational programs to the community through such activities as open house and PTA meetings
- Plan and coordinate the work of aides and other paraprofessional and student teachers (when applicable)
- Participate cooperatively with the principal to develop the system by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with the district’s uniform guidelines for evaluation and assessment
- Keep accurate records of student information; compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required by the school and district
- Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned
- Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment/alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university; valid Texas teacher certificate with required endorsements for subject and subject level assigned
- Demonstrated general knowledge of curriculum and instruction
- Demonstrated knowledge of various routine tasks, duties, and procedures and the ability to follow specific instructions with little or no previous experience
- Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board of Trustee policies, and administrative regulations
- Establish efficient classroom management procedures
- Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world
- Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession
MINIMUM SALARY: $67,500 (non-certified) / $68,000 (certified)
LOCATION
Work Locations: Saldivar Elementary 9510 BROCKBANK DRIVE Dallas 75220
JOB TYPE
Job: Teacher-English as a Second Language
Schedule: Full-time
Minimum Salary: 68,000.00
Job Posting: May 4, 2026
INTRODUCTION
ESL Teacher (Grades: 5-6) ADSY (RTP20260430-015)
ADSY Start Date: July 20th, 2026
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
- Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles
- Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board of Trustee policies, and administrative regulations
- Establish efficient classroom management procedures
- Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior
- Establish a system of students evaluation within the guidelines prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district
- Continually evaluate and record various aspects of students’ progress and report to parents as needed and required
- Teach within the course of study for the subject area at the grade level as prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district
- Understand and plan lessons leading to subject area objectives and assume the responsibility for written lesson plans for substitutes
- Provide a variety of planned learning experiences using a variety of media and methods in order to motivate students and best utilize available time for instruction
- Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude, and learning problems
- Be available for counseling with students and parents before and after school
- Share the responsibility of interpreting the educational programs to the community through such activities as open house and PTA meetings
- Plan and coordinate the work of aides and other paraprofessional and student teachers (when applicable)
- Participate cooperatively with the principal to develop the system by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with the district’s uniform guidelines for evaluation and assessment
- Keep accurate records of student information; compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required by the school and district
- Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned
- Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment/alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university; valid Texas teacher certificate with required endorsements for subject and subject level assigned
- Demonstrated general knowledge of curriculum and instruction
- Demonstrated knowledge of various routine tasks, duties, and procedures and the ability to follow specific instructions with little or no previous experience
- Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board of Trustee policies, and administrative regulations
- Establish efficient classroom management procedures
- Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world
- Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession
MINIMUM SALARY: $67,500 (non-certified) / $68,000 (certified)
LOCATION
Work Locations: Saldivar Elementary 9510 BROCKBANK DRIVE Dallas 75220
JOB TYPE
Job: Teacher-English as a Second Language
Schedule: Full-time
Minimum Salary: 68,000.00
Job Posting: May 4, 2026
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Esl Teacher
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to the ESL teaching role. A bachelor's in TESOL, applied linguistics, or education satisfies this. A general arts degree often triggers a Request for Evidence, so gather transcripts showing coursework alignment before applying.
Target institutions with existing H-1B history
Universities, community colleges, and large K-12 districts file H-1B petitions far more regularly than private language schools. Use Migrate Mate to filter ESL Teacher openings by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history, saving you from dead-end applications.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and location. Run an OFLC Wage Search using the Standard Occupational Classification code for ESL teachers before negotiating salary so you can confirm the offer meets the legal minimum.
Ask about public vs. private school filing differences
Public K-12 schools are government entities and can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap as cap-exempt employers. Private language schools are cap-subject, meaning your petition enters the lottery. Clarify employer type early because it changes your entire filing timeline.
Secure your state teaching license before the I-129 filing
Many ESL teaching positions require a state-issued credential, and USCIS often asks for it as evidence of specialty occupation. Apply for licensure as early as possible since state processing can take months and delays your employer's ability to file the I-129 petition.
Understand the October 1 start date constraint
Cap-subject H-1B petitions have an October 1 start date, which conflicts with typical August school-year hiring. Discuss with your employer whether a delayed start is workable or whether they can engage you under OPT or another status while the petition is pending.
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Does an ESL Teacher role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as TESOL, applied linguistics, or education. USCIS evaluates each petition individually, so the job description must clearly state that a degree in a related field is required, not merely preferred. Vague postings that accept any bachelor's degree in any subject can lead to a Request for Evidence.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for ESL Teachers?
Universities, community colleges, and public K-12 school districts are the most consistent sponsors. Public schools are cap-exempt government entities, which means no lottery and petitions can be filed year-round. Private language institutes and for-profit education companies do sponsor, but they're subject to the annual H-1B cap and the registration lottery. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers for ESL roles on Migrate Mate.
Can a private language school sponsor my H-1B if I already have a teaching offer?
A private language school can sponsor an H-1B petition, but the role must meet the specialty occupation standard and the school must pay the DOL prevailing wage for your area. Smaller institutions sometimes lack HR infrastructure to manage the filing, so confirm early that they're willing to retain immigration counsel and cover the required USCIS filing fees.
Does an O*NET classification help my H-1B petition as an ESL Teacher?
The O*NET profile for ESL teachers lists a typical education requirement of a bachelor's degree, which supports the specialty occupation argument in your I-129 petition. Your employer's immigration attorney will often reference O*NET alongside job postings and industry surveys to demonstrate that the degree requirement is standard for the occupation, not artificially inflated.
What happens to my H-1B status if the school year ends and I'm not re-hired?
If your employment ends, USCIS provides a 60-day grace period to find a new H-1B sponsor, change to a different nonimmigrant status, or prepare to depart. Because ESL teaching is tied to academic calendars, build your job search timeline around contract renewal windows. A new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your grace period expires for you to maintain lawful status.
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