H-1B Visa High School Spanish Teacher Jobs
H-1B visa jobs for High School Spanish Teachers are available at public school districts and private K-12 institutions that sponsor foreign nationals in specialty occupations. Because the role requires a bachelor's degree in Spanish, education, or a closely related field, it typically qualifies. Districts must file a certified LCA and an I-129 petition before your start date.
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Get Access To All JobsPosition Title: High School Spanish Teacher - Fall 2027
Location: Great Hearts Irving Upper School (3520 World Cup Way, Irving, TX 75038)
Reports To: Headmaster
FLSA Status: Salaried-Exempt
Salary: Starting at $40,000
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
Spanish at Great Hearts:
- All Spanish courses are taught in a full-immersion style classroom (speaking, listening, reading, and writing only in the language from day 1)
- Spanish is offered both at the K-5 level and in high school.
- All courses are taught liberally for the cultivation of the mind and culminate in the reading of canonical literary works, which are examined through reading, class discussion, and writing assignments.
Roles 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 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 Spanish Teacher - Fall 2027
Location: Great Hearts Irving Upper School (3520 World Cup Way, Irving, TX 75038)
Reports To: Headmaster
FLSA Status: Salaried-Exempt
Salary: Starting at $40,000
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
Spanish at Great Hearts:
- All Spanish courses are taught in a full-immersion style classroom (speaking, listening, reading, and writing only in the language from day 1)
- Spanish is offered both at the K-5 level and in high school.
- All courses are taught liberally for the cultivation of the mind and culminate in the reading of canonical literary works, which are examined through reading, class discussion, and writing assignments.
Roles 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 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 High School Spanish Teacher
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
Your bachelor's degree must be in Spanish, Spanish education, or a directly related language field. A general education degree without a Spanish concentration can trigger an RFE from USCIS, so request an official transcript showing your major before applications go out.
Get your teaching credentials evaluated early
Most states require a state-issued teaching license before a district can sponsor you. Start the credential evaluation and licensure process now, because USCIS needs proof of state authorization as part of the I-129 specialty occupation documentation package.
Target districts with active H-1B filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find school districts and K-12 employers that have filed H-1B visa LCAs for teaching roles. Districts that have sponsored before understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer when legal costs come up.
Confirm each school site has its own certified LCA
If you teach at multiple campuses within a district, each worksite address requires its own certified LCA filed with DOL. Ask HR to confirm this before your petition is submitted, since an uncertified worksite can jeopardize your status mid-year.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to anchor salary negotiations
Your employer must pay the prevailing wage for your SOC code and county. Pull the current figures from the OFLC Wage Search before salary talks, so you know the floor and can flag any offer that falls below what DOL requires for your location.
File or push your employer to file before cap closure
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so confirm the current registration window directly with USCIS. If you miss the cap year, you may qualify for a cap-exempt employer such as a nonprofit affiliated with a university or a government research institution.
H-1B Visa High School Spanish Teacher: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a High School Spanish Teacher role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, it typically qualifies. High school Spanish teaching positions normally require at least a bachelor's degree in Spanish, Spanish education, or a closely related language field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard. The employer documents this requirement in the I-129 petition, and your state teaching license provides additional evidence that the position demands degree-level expertise.
How do I find school districts that sponsor H-1B visas for teachers?
Browse Migrate Mate to identify K-12 employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for teaching roles. Districts that have already navigated the sponsorship process are more likely to have HR staff familiar with the LCA and I-129 requirements, which reduces delays and lowers the risk of an offer falling through over paperwork concerns.
What happens to my H-1B status if the school district moves me to a new campus?
Every worksite address requires its own DOL-certified LCA. If your district reassigns you to a school building not listed on your existing LCA, the employer must file a new certified LCA for that location before you begin working there. Failing to do this puts you out of status even if your I-129 approval is still valid.
Can a school district start my H-1B after the academic year has already begun?
Yes, but only if the I-129 petition and LCA were properly certified before your actual start date. USCIS does not allow backdating. If your petition is still pending, you cannot legally work unless you're in a valid cap-gap period or another authorized status. Districts should file with enough lead time to clear adjudication before your first day.
How long can I work as a High School Spanish Teacher on H-1B status?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, continued stay requires an approved immigrant visa petition or a pending adjustment of status application that has been waiting for more than 365 days. Plan your green card strategy before reaching the six-year limit.