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Language Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in linguistics, translation, interpretation, or a directly related field. Employers filing LCAs for these roles must meet DOL prevailing wage requirements, and the 85,000-cap lottery applies unless you're working for a cap-exempt institution.
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Get Access To All JobsApplications for this position must be submitted by September 23rd to ensure full consideration. If a candidate is not identified through our initial review process, we will continue to review applications received after this date. Even if this specific position is filled, we may consider your application for other exciting opportunities with DPS. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting our job board at careers.dpsk12.org.
About this job:
Support teachers by providing curriculum-based English language acquisition educational support to students in designated subject areas.
What DPS Offers You:
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary Range: New hires will be set at $23.178 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $23.178 to $27.698 per hour. For detailed compensation information, view the Para Salary Schedule. The salary listed reflects the 2025–2026 school year. Salaries for the 2026–2027 school year are typically finalized and released mid-summer, with an effective date of August 1. If any updates or adjustments are made once the new salary schedule is finalized, all impacted individuals will receive the updated salary.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits - English Version or Health and Wellness Benefits - Spanish Version, and PERA Retirement. For additional information visit our New Employee Resources page.
- This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit.
What You'll Do:
- Provides classroom assistance in the area of language acquisition as students develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in designated subject areas.
- Prepares and set-up educational materials.
- Provides computer-based reading and writing instruction for students who scored below established level on standardized tests or assessments.
- Assists in assessment of students’ reading and writing abilities.
- Coordinates instructional efforts with teachers and educational staff and assists and supports the development of lesson plans.
- Presents subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, computer-based instruction, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.
- Assists individuals and small student groups and reinforces learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Provides student performance assessment assistance for assigned subject matter, providing feedback to the student and the teacher.
- Communicates (verbally and in writing) with students and parents about routine issues in their native language.
- Supervises and monitors students at assigned sites and reinforces positive student behaviors and student related administration policies and rules.
What You’ll Need:
- To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to this paraprofessional qualifications guide.
- ELA-S paraprofessional positions are required to complete a proficiency exam hosted by Berlitz. The test has two parts, speaking and reading and the candidate must pass in order to be hired for the position. For more information, check out SLP Exam for Paraprofessionals.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English is required.
- Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
- Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
- Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun.
Applications for this position must be submitted by September 23rd to ensure full consideration. If a candidate is not identified through our initial review process, we will continue to review applications received after this date. Even if this specific position is filled, we may consider your application for other exciting opportunities with DPS. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting our job board at careers.dpsk12.org.
About this job:
Support teachers by providing curriculum-based English language acquisition educational support to students in designated subject areas.
What DPS Offers You:
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary Range: New hires will be set at $23.178 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $23.178 to $27.698 per hour. For detailed compensation information, view the Para Salary Schedule. The salary listed reflects the 2025–2026 school year. Salaries for the 2026–2027 school year are typically finalized and released mid-summer, with an effective date of August 1. If any updates or adjustments are made once the new salary schedule is finalized, all impacted individuals will receive the updated salary.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits - English Version or Health and Wellness Benefits - Spanish Version, and PERA Retirement. For additional information visit our New Employee Resources page.
- This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit.
What You'll Do:
- Provides classroom assistance in the area of language acquisition as students develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in designated subject areas.
- Prepares and set-up educational materials.
- Provides computer-based reading and writing instruction for students who scored below established level on standardized tests or assessments.
- Assists in assessment of students’ reading and writing abilities.
- Coordinates instructional efforts with teachers and educational staff and assists and supports the development of lesson plans.
- Presents subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, computer-based instruction, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.
- Assists individuals and small student groups and reinforces learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Provides student performance assessment assistance for assigned subject matter, providing feedback to the student and the teacher.
- Communicates (verbally and in writing) with students and parents about routine issues in their native language.
- Supervises and monitors students at assigned sites and reinforces positive student behaviors and student related administration policies and rules.
What You’ll Need:
- To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to this paraprofessional qualifications guide.
- ELA-S paraprofessional positions are required to complete a proficiency exam hosted by Berlitz. The test has two parts, speaking and reading and the candidate must pass in order to be hired for the position. For more information, check out SLP Exam for Paraprofessionals.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English is required.
- Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
- Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
- Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Language Specialist
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires your degree to relate specifically to the Language Specialist duties, not just language generally. A degree in linguistics, applied linguistics, or translation studies strengthens the specialty occupation argument far more than a general humanities degree.
Check LCA filings before applying
Use Migrate Mate to filter Language Specialist roles by employers with active H-1B LCA filing history. This cuts out companies that post roles but have never sponsored the visa type you need, saving weeks of back-and-forth.
Target cap-exempt employers strategically
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government contractors often qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning no lottery. Language roles at these institutions, including localization coordinators and court interpreters, can start any time of year.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Look up your occupation code in the OFLC Wage Search before any salary conversation. Language Specialist roles often fall under SOC 27-3091, and the wage level your employer certifies affects both your offer and USCIS scrutiny during adjudication.
Document language proficiency with certifiable evidence
Gather certifications, published translations, interpreter credentials, or testing scores before your employer starts the I-129 petition. USCIS RFEs for Language Specialist roles frequently challenge specialty occupation, so concrete credential documentation strengthens the petition from the outset.
Time your petition around translation project cycles
Many Language Specialist roles are project-based. If your employer's need is tied to a specific contract or product launch, confirm the H-1B start date works within the 60-day cap-gap or grace period window to avoid gaps in authorized employment.
H-1B Visa Language Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Language Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field like linguistics, translation, interpretation, or a closely related discipline. Roles where any bachelor's degree satisfies the requirement, regardless of field, are harder to approve. Your employer's job description needs to tie the degree requirement directly to the duties performed, not just list a degree as a preference.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Language Specialist positions?
Federal agencies, defense contractors, international organizations, universities, and large technology companies with localization teams are consistent sponsors for Language Specialist roles. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers in this field on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with confirmed LCA filing history for Language Specialist and related occupation codes.
What SOC code applies to Language Specialist roles and how does it affect the H-1B petition?
Most Language Specialist roles fall under SOC 27-3091 (Interpreters and Translators) or occasionally under SOC 27-3042 (Technical Writers) depending on duties. The SOC code your employer selects determines the prevailing wage level that must appear on the LCA. A mismatch between the job duties and the SOC code is a common source of DOL audit scrutiny and USCIS RFEs.
Can I switch Language Specialist employers while on an H-1B?
Yes. Under AC21 portability rules, you can change employers once your I-140 has been approved for 180 days and the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. For Language Specialists, the new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your last day at your current employer to maintain continuous authorized status.
How does the O*NET classification for Language Specialists affect specialty occupation evidence?
O*NET classifies Interpreters and Translators as a Job Zone 4 occupation, meaning most positions typically require a bachelor's degree. Your employer can reference the O*NET profile in the I-129 support letter to establish that the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty, which is one of the four prongs USCIS uses to evaluate specialty occupation eligibility.