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Teaching Assistant roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in education, a subject-specific field, or a related discipline. Most sponsoring employers are universities, research institutions, and K-12 school districts with established international hiring pipelines and experience filing LCAs through DOL.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation Rio Grande Valley, Texas
College College of Liberal Arts
Department College of Liberal Arts/Spanish
Division Provost - Academic Affairs
FTE 0.25
Scope of Job
Perform responsibilities as determined by assigned faculty member(s) for teaching purposes.
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications
Discipline specific requirements, working on obtaining their Masters in Spanish.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference to those in good standing with the MA Spanish program.
Salary 2,900
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 09/01/2026
Open Date 07/14/2026
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
- Date of Birth
- Social Security Number
- Gender
- Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
Location Rio Grande Valley, Texas
College College of Liberal Arts
Department College of Liberal Arts/Spanish
Division Provost - Academic Affairs
FTE 0.25
Scope of Job
Perform responsibilities as determined by assigned faculty member(s) for teaching purposes.
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications
Discipline specific requirements, working on obtaining their Masters in Spanish.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference to those in good standing with the MA Spanish program.
Salary 2,900
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 09/01/2026
Open Date 07/14/2026
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
- Date of Birth
- Social Security Number
- Gender
- Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Teaching Assistant
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your Teaching Assistant role to require a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Check the O*NET profile for your teaching specialty to confirm the education requirement aligns with your field before applying.
Target cap-exempt institutions first
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government-affiliated educational bodies are cap-exempt H-1B employers. Applying to these institutions means your petition isn't subject to the annual lottery and can be filed any time of year.
Search LCA filings to find active sponsors
Use Migrate Mate to filter Teaching Assistant roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you're applying to institutions that have already demonstrated willingness and infrastructure to sponsor international candidates in this exact role.
Get your foreign credentials evaluated early
If your teaching degree is from outside the U.S., obtain a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization before interviews. Employers and USCIS both need confirmation your degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in the relevant subject area.
Confirm the employer will file before your OPT expires
H-1B petitions for cap-subject employers must be filed by April 1 for an October 1 start. If your OPT ends before then, ask whether the employer can file under cap-exempt status or structure your start date to avoid a gap in authorization.
Ask HR whether the LCA covers your specific department
Large universities sometimes file LCAs by department or campus location. Confirm the Labor Condition Application covers your actual worksite before signing an offer, since a mismatch between your work location and the certified LCA can delay or invalidate your petition.
H-1B Visa Teaching Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Teaching Assistant jobs qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Teaching Assistant positions qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific academic field, meeting USCIS's specialty occupation standard. Roles tied to a subject discipline, such as mathematics, biology, or English, are stronger candidates than general instructional support positions where the degree requirement is broad or unspecified.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Teaching Assistants?
Universities and four-year colleges are the most consistent sponsors because many qualify as cap-exempt institutions, meaning they can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery. K-12 public school districts and nonprofit research centers also sponsor, though less frequently. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with confirmed LCA filing history for Teaching Assistant roles before you apply.
What documents should I prepare before applying for sponsored Teaching Assistant roles?
You'll need official transcripts, a foreign credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., and documentation showing your degree field aligns with the subject you'll be teaching. Some employers also require state teaching licensure or certification, depending on the grade level and jurisdiction, so check state-specific requirements alongside federal H-1B eligibility.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Teaching Assistant positions?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer must certify through a Labor Condition Application that your offered salary meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for Teaching Assistants in your work location. You can look up the applicable wage level using the OFLC Wage Search to verify your offer is compliant before the LCA is submitted.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Teaching Assistant employer mid-year?
Yes, H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, without waiting for approval, provided you're currently in valid H-1B status. The new employer must file a new LCA and I-129 covering your specific role and worksite, and the specialty occupation requirement must still be met at the new institution.