H-1B Visa Secondary Teacher Jobs
Secondary Teacher jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship are available at public school districts, charter networks, and private institutions that file Labor Condition Applications for degree-holding educators. Most roles require a state teaching license alongside a bachelor's degree in your subject area, both of which USCIS weighs when evaluating specialty occupation status.
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Get Access To All JobsApplications for this position must be submitted by November 12, 2026 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.
Notice to Applicants: This vacancy is at a school designated as an “Innovation School.” For more information, please contact the school and/or DCTA.
About this job: Teaches specific grade level subject matter to diverse middle school student population following District standards-based curriculum. Helps all students develop competence and confidence simultaneously through a balance of acquiring basic skills and developing conceptual understanding.
What DPS Offers You:
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary: Click here for the DCTA Teacher and SSP Hourly Schedule. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
- 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:
- Counsels students to encourage and support student achievement.
- Monitors, supervises, coordinates, and enforces rule of conduct and behavior of assigned students and reinforces positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
- Observes, evaluates, reports, and records student performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Prepares lesson plans and materials according to District approved curriculum guidelines.
- Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet varying needs and learning styles.
- Instructs students individually and in groups using various teaching methods (e.g., lectures, technology, discussions).
- Establishes and communicates clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
- Prepares, administers, assigns, and grades tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, reporting grades using District software.
- Prepares student, attendance, and activity reports as required by administrators.
- Communicates with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve student behavior and academic problems.
- May participate in extra-duty activities such as coaching, tutoring, or summer programs, as outlined in the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and in accordance with Department of Labor regulations.
What You’ll Need:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required.
- A Master's Degree is only required for Concurrent Enrollment positions.
- Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license. Click here for additional information regarding specific requirements and qualifications for the various subject areas (DPS does accept a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days).
- 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 November 12, 2026 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.
Notice to Applicants: This vacancy is at a school designated as an “Innovation School.” For more information, please contact the school and/or DCTA.
About this job: Teaches specific grade level subject matter to diverse middle school student population following District standards-based curriculum. Helps all students develop competence and confidence simultaneously through a balance of acquiring basic skills and developing conceptual understanding.
What DPS Offers You:
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary: Click here for the DCTA Teacher and SSP Hourly Schedule. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
- 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:
- Counsels students to encourage and support student achievement.
- Monitors, supervises, coordinates, and enforces rule of conduct and behavior of assigned students and reinforces positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
- Observes, evaluates, reports, and records student performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Prepares lesson plans and materials according to District approved curriculum guidelines.
- Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet varying needs and learning styles.
- Instructs students individually and in groups using various teaching methods (e.g., lectures, technology, discussions).
- Establishes and communicates clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
- Prepares, administers, assigns, and grades tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, reporting grades using District software.
- Prepares student, attendance, and activity reports as required by administrators.
- Communicates with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve student behavior and academic problems.
- May participate in extra-duty activities such as coaching, tutoring, or summer programs, as outlined in the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and in accordance with Department of Labor regulations.
What You’ll Need:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required.
- A Master's Degree is only required for Concurrent Enrollment positions.
- Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license. Click here for additional information regarding specific requirements and qualifications for the various subject areas (DPS does accept a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days).
- 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 Secondary Teacher
Align your credentials to state licensure requirements
Each state sets its own teaching license requirements, and your H-1B petition depends on meeting them. Research the specific licensure pathway for your subject area in your target state before applying, since credential gaps can delay or complicate the USCIS filing.
Target districts with established H-1B filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify school districts and charter networks that have previously filed H-1B petitions for Secondary Teacher roles. Active filing history signals that HR teams already understand the LCA certification and I-129 petition process.
Verify your degree field matches the subject you teach
USCIS expects a direct relationship between your academic field and the subject you'll teach. A chemistry degree supporting a chemistry teaching role is straightforward; a general education degree for a specialized STEM position may require a detailed employer letter explaining the connection.
Confirm each school site has its own certified LCA
If you teach across multiple campuses, your employer must file a separate certified LCA for each worksite location. Raise this early in the offer conversation so the district's legal team accounts for multi-site filings before submitting the I-129 petition to USCIS.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for Secondary Teachers in your specific metro area. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the correct SOC code before you receive a written offer so you can flag any shortfall before the LCA is submitted.
Ask about cap-exempt status at qualifying institutions
Certain nonprofit educational institutions and university-affiliated schools are exempt from the H-1B annual cap, meaning your employer can file at any point in the year without waiting for the selection period. Confirm whether your prospective employer qualifies under this exemption directly with USCIS.
H-1B Visa Secondary Teacher: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Secondary Teacher role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in the specific subject being taught. A secondary school biology teacher with a degree in biology, or a Spanish teacher with a degree in Spanish language or linguistics, fits the specialty occupation definition. Roles where any bachelor's degree field would satisfy the requirement are harder to defend, so the employer's job description and minimum requirements matter significantly.
Can a school district sponsor an H-1B if it has never done so before?
Yes. Any accredited employer can begin the H-1B process by filing a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS. The district will need an Employer Identification Number and may need legal counsel experienced in education-sector immigration. Some districts partner with regional educational agencies that handle the filing infrastructure on their behalf.
How do I find Secondary Teacher jobs at H-1B-sponsoring employers?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for education roles, so you can focus your applications on districts and schools already familiar with the sponsorship process. Filtering your search this way saves time and reduces the risk of pursuing roles at employers who have never navigated the LCA or petition steps before.
Does my state teaching license affect my H-1B petition?
Yes, it's a key document. USCIS treats a valid state teaching license as evidence that the role requires a licensed, degree-holding professional, which strengthens the specialty occupation argument. If you're applying before your license is fully transferred or issued in a new state, your employer should address the pending status in the petition support letter and show a clear path to full licensure.
What happens to my H-1B status if the school year ends or my contract isn't renewed?
H-1B status is tied to your sponsoring employer, so a contract non-renewal or end of employment terminates your authorized status. You have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another visa status, or depart the United States. H-1B status is granted for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum while you remain continuously employed in a qualifying role.