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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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SPG Therapy & Education is a specialized, clinician-led pediatric organization seeking talented and compassionate Speech Language Pathologists to join our collaborative multidisciplinary team. At SPG, we believe exceptional care begins with supported clinicians, which is why we invest deeply in mentorship, professional growth, and meaningful collaboration across disciplines. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to empowering children and families while helping clinicians thrive at every stage of their careers.
Why Choose SPG?
At SPG Therapy & Education, we believe great therapy starts with supported clinicians. Founded and led by clinicians, we understand the realities of school-based practice and intentionally build our programs, mentorship, and support systems around what therapists truly need to thrive. When you join SPG, you become part of a collaborative, mission-driven team committed to empowering children, supporting families, and helping clinicians grow throughout every stage of their careers.
- A Team That Understands and Supports You
- We’ve been in your shoes – Clinician-led support built for real school-based practice challenges.
- Compass Program for Clinical Fellows – Structured CF mentorship fostering confidence, collaboration, and clinical growth.
- Specialized school-based training – Practical onboarding and ongoing support tailored specifically to the school setting.
- Robust local mentorship & supervision – Local supervision, AAC mentorship, collaboration, and leadership growth opportunities.
- Collaborative learning communities – Special Interest Groups supporting AAC, CLD populations, SLPA development, and more.
- Continuous professional growth – Free CEUs, development budget, mentorship, and professional dues reimbursement.
- Tools you actually need – Utilize a full inventory of assessment tools, intervention materials, and ready-to-use therapy templates.
- Flexible, consistent schedules – Supports work-life balance and continuity for students and teams.
Benefits
Investing in Your Future
- Student loan pay-down assistance
- Opportunities to supervise interns, SLPAs, and Clinical Fellows
- Leadership and mentorship development opportunities
Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Support for your overall health, wellness, and professional success
Work-Life Balance & Flexibility
- Paid sick days, mental health, and wellness days
- Opportunity for a school-based calendar, including summers off
- Flexible full-time, part-time, and per-diem opportunities
Professional Support
- Reimbursement for licensure, professional dues, and therapy materials
- Ongoing mentorship and continuing education opportunities
Bonuses & Incentives
- Relocation bonuses up to $10,000
- $1,500 referral bonus for full-time or part-time hires
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conducting ethically and legally defensible CA school-based services
- Conducting appropriate assessments, writing comprehensive evaluation reports
- Consulting and collaborating with Parent/Teacher/IEP Team regarding service delivery
- Targeting modification, accommodation and/or generalization of skills
- Maintaining daily therapy logs, data collection, attendance registers
- IEPs: Writing goals in support of curricular standards
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
SALARY
- $82,000-$120,000 based on school year calendar CFs welcome.
Years of experience, specialties, and geographic regions are all considered when determining salary offers.
REQUIREMENTS
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- Current CA SLP license/credential or eligibility
- Fingerprint background clearance
- Tuberculosis (TB) clearance
SPG Therapy & Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
INTRODUCTION
SPG Therapy & Education is a specialized, clinician-led pediatric organization seeking talented and compassionate Speech Language Pathologists to join our collaborative multidisciplinary team. At SPG, we believe exceptional care begins with supported clinicians, which is why we invest deeply in mentorship, professional growth, and meaningful collaboration across disciplines. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to empowering children and families while helping clinicians thrive at every stage of their careers.
Why Choose SPG?
At SPG Therapy & Education, we believe great therapy starts with supported clinicians. Founded and led by clinicians, we understand the realities of school-based practice and intentionally build our programs, mentorship, and support systems around what therapists truly need to thrive. When you join SPG, you become part of a collaborative, mission-driven team committed to empowering children, supporting families, and helping clinicians grow throughout every stage of their careers.
- A Team That Understands and Supports You
- We’ve been in your shoes – Clinician-led support built for real school-based practice challenges.
- Compass Program for Clinical Fellows – Structured CF mentorship fostering confidence, collaboration, and clinical growth.
- Specialized school-based training – Practical onboarding and ongoing support tailored specifically to the school setting.
- Robust local mentorship & supervision – Local supervision, AAC mentorship, collaboration, and leadership growth opportunities.
- Collaborative learning communities – Special Interest Groups supporting AAC, CLD populations, SLPA development, and more.
- Continuous professional growth – Free CEUs, development budget, mentorship, and professional dues reimbursement.
- Tools you actually need – Utilize a full inventory of assessment tools, intervention materials, and ready-to-use therapy templates.
- Flexible, consistent schedules – Supports work-life balance and continuity for students and teams.
Benefits
Investing in Your Future
- Student loan pay-down assistance
- Opportunities to supervise interns, SLPAs, and Clinical Fellows
- Leadership and mentorship development opportunities
Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Support for your overall health, wellness, and professional success
Work-Life Balance & Flexibility
- Paid sick days, mental health, and wellness days
- Opportunity for a school-based calendar, including summers off
- Flexible full-time, part-time, and per-diem opportunities
Professional Support
- Reimbursement for licensure, professional dues, and therapy materials
- Ongoing mentorship and continuing education opportunities
Bonuses & Incentives
- Relocation bonuses up to $10,000
- $1,500 referral bonus for full-time or part-time hires
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conducting ethically and legally defensible CA school-based services
- Conducting appropriate assessments, writing comprehensive evaluation reports
- Consulting and collaborating with Parent/Teacher/IEP Team regarding service delivery
- Targeting modification, accommodation and/or generalization of skills
- Maintaining daily therapy logs, data collection, attendance registers
- IEPs: Writing goals in support of curricular standards
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
SALARY
- $82,000-$120,000 based on school year calendar CFs welcome.
Years of experience, specialties, and geographic regions are all considered when determining salary offers.
REQUIREMENTS
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- Current CA SLP license/credential or eligibility
- Fingerprint background clearance
- Tuberculosis (TB) clearance
SPG Therapy & Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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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.