H-1B Visa Special Education Paraprofessional Jobs
Special Education Paraprofessional roles in public school districts and nonprofit learning centers regularly appear on H-1B visa filings, particularly for candidates with degrees in special education, applied behavior analysis, or a closely related field. Specialty occupation classification depends on the employer documenting that the role requires a bachelor's degree minimum.
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Get Access To All JobsApplications for this position must be submitted by August 9, 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.
About this job:
The Elementary 1:1 Special Education Paraprofessional (Moderate Needs) supports the educational, behavioral, social-emotional, physical and daily living needs of elementary students with disabilities in integrated, resource, self-contained, and community settings.
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 $22.824 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $22.824 to $27.275 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 services to one or more individual students as outlined in their Individual Education Plan (IEP), including supporting academic, health, daily living, and behavioral needs.
- Monitors classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and meeting learning goals.
- Provides daily living procedures such as toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene as trained.
- Provides medically invasive (e.g., tube feeding, catheterization, suctioning) following universal precautions and as trained and directed.
- Lifts and transports students using appropriate equipment and technique according to District training.
- Supports implementation of students’ individual behavior intervention plans, crisis plans, and health care plans.
- Implements student accommodations and modifications as outlined in their individual IEP in both academic and nonacademic settings throughout the school day.
- Under the supervision of a special education teacher, you will collect data on students’ individual IEP goals.
- Communicates and coordinates with students and parents about routine educational issues at the direction of the supervising special education teacher.
What You’ll Need:
- To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to this paraprofessional qualifications guide.
- Specialized training in invasive procedures, such as tube feeding and catheterization will be provided, as assignment requires.
- Must pass District approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training, on an annual basis.
- Required training must be completed within 75 days of initial hire.
- If transporting students or using personal or a company vehicle to conduct work duties, they must have a valid Colorado driver’s license or be able to obtain a Colorado driver’s license within the state’s required time frame for new residents and meet the District’s insurability requirements.
- 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 August 9, 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.
About this job:
The Elementary 1:1 Special Education Paraprofessional (Moderate Needs) supports the educational, behavioral, social-emotional, physical and daily living needs of elementary students with disabilities in integrated, resource, self-contained, and community settings.
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 $22.824 per hour. The salary range for internal candidates is $22.824 to $27.275 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 services to one or more individual students as outlined in their Individual Education Plan (IEP), including supporting academic, health, daily living, and behavioral needs.
- Monitors classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and meeting learning goals.
- Provides daily living procedures such as toileting, diapering, feeding, and personal hygiene as trained.
- Provides medically invasive (e.g., tube feeding, catheterization, suctioning) following universal precautions and as trained and directed.
- Lifts and transports students using appropriate equipment and technique according to District training.
- Supports implementation of students’ individual behavior intervention plans, crisis plans, and health care plans.
- Implements student accommodations and modifications as outlined in their individual IEP in both academic and nonacademic settings throughout the school day.
- Under the supervision of a special education teacher, you will collect data on students’ individual IEP goals.
- Communicates and coordinates with students and parents about routine educational issues at the direction of the supervising special education teacher.
What You’ll Need:
- To see what qualifications are acceptable for this role, please refer to this paraprofessional qualifications guide.
- Specialized training in invasive procedures, such as tube feeding and catheterization will be provided, as assignment requires.
- Must pass District approved written and physical exams covering de-escalation and physical restraint training, on an annual basis.
- Required training must be completed within 75 days of initial hire.
- If transporting students or using personal or a company vehicle to conduct work duties, they must have a valid Colorado driver’s license or be able to obtain a Colorado driver’s license within the state’s required time frame for new residents and meet the District’s insurability requirements.
- 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 in Special Education Paraprofessional
Verify your degree field matches the role
H-1B approval for paraprofessional roles hinges on specialty occupation status. Your degree must be in special education, psychology, or a directly related field. A general education or unrelated degree creates RFE risk before you even apply.
Target districts with prior LCA filings
Use OFLC Wage Search to find school districts that have filed Labor Condition Applications for paraprofessional or instructional aide roles. Districts with prior filings have already cleared the internal HR and legal approval process, reducing your sponsorship timeline risk.
Request your offer letter before the April deadline
H-1B cap filings open in March with an April 1 filing deadline. Your employer must submit your petition by then. Secure a written offer letter and confirm your district's legal counsel is ready to file before the registration window closes.
Check if your district is cap-exempt
Paraprofessionals hired by nonprofits affiliated with universities or government research institutions may qualify for cap-exempt H-1B status. USCIS allows cap-exempt petitions year-round with no lottery, so ask HR whether your employer qualifies before assuming lottery entry is required.
Search H-1B sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Pull up Special Education Paraprofessional listings on Migrate Mate to see which employers have verified H-1B filing history for this role. That filters out districts that post jobs but don't actually sponsor, saving you weeks of dead-end outreach.
Document your state teaching credential before filing
Many states require paraprofessionals to hold a paraeducator license or pass a state competency assessment. USCIS may request proof your credentials meet state law as part of the specialty occupation determination, so gather those documents before the petition is submitted.
H-1B Visa Special Education Paraprofessional: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Special Education Paraprofessional role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. If the job description requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in special education, psychology, applied behavior analysis, or a closely related field, USCIS will typically consider it a specialty occupation. Roles framed as general aide positions without a specific degree requirement are harder to support and frequently trigger Requests for Evidence.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for this role?
Public school districts, charter school networks, and nonprofit learning centers are the most common sponsors. Some districts work with centralized legal counsel who handle petitions across multiple schools, which speeds up the process. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with documented H-1B filing history for Special Education Paraprofessional or closely matched job titles before you invest time applying.
Does a foreign special education degree meet USCIS requirements?
A foreign bachelor's degree in special education or a related field is generally acceptable if evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree. You'll need a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization. USCIS reviews the evaluation as part of the petition, and your degree field must align with the paraprofessional duties described in the job offer.
Can a school district sponsor an H-1B and still require a state paraeducator credential?
Yes. Your employer can file the H-1B petition while you hold or are in the process of obtaining a state paraeducator license or certification. However, some states require the credential before you can be employed in the role, so timing matters. Confirm with your district's HR team which credentials must be in place before your start date.
What happens to my H-1B if my school district eliminates my position mid-year?
If your employer terminates your position, your H-1B status ends and the 60-day grace period begins. Your employer is also responsible for the cost of returning you to your home country. You can use the 60-day window to find a new sponsoring employer and file an H-1B transfer. Timely action is critical because your work authorization does not extend beyond that window.