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County Attorney positions in the United States attract international legal professionals through the J-1 visa's Government Visitor and Specialist program categories, which require a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019. Securing J-1 sponsorship means aligning your prosecutorial or government law background with a host jurisdiction's legal team.
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Special Education Teacher: Generalist
Mountain View Primary
2026-27 School Year
Teach • Lead • Inspire
Be an educator in Albemarle County Public Schools
Are you looking to work in a school division where students are engaged in authentic, challenging, and relevant learning experiences, becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? Then look no further!
In Albemarle County Public Schools, we work together as a team to end the predictive value of race, class, gender, and special capacities for our children’s success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. We seek to build relationships with families and communities to ensure that every student succeeds. We will know every student!
We are the first public school division in Virginia, and among the first in the country, to develop and implement an Anti-Racism policy with the expressed purpose of building school communities that share the responsibility to recognize and end racism, eliminate inequitable practices that result in achievement gaps, and support the unique gifts, talents, and interests of every child. In ACPS, “all” really means all.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Who We’re Looking For
Teachers and Specialists are essential to achieving our goals of Thriving Students, Affirming and Empowering Communities, and Equitable, Transformative Resources.
Our ideal candidates are:
- Innovative, self-reflective, collaborative, knowledgeable in their content area and instructional practices, and are continually growing and improving
- Passionate about closing equity and achievement gaps
- Prepared to engage with our Culturally Responsive Teaching model in support of our Equity Mission Statement
Why Work in Our Schools
Here are just a few reasons why both new and experienced educators choose to join our team:
- Strong instructional support and mentoring from our building administrators, instructional coaches, learning technology integrators, diversity resource teachers, and equity specialists
- A wide range of professional development opportunities, including our New Teacher Academy and many other learning experiences held throughout the year for new and experienced teachers
- Competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more
- The opportunity to work in a close-knit, supportive community where you can continue to grow as a professional
LOCATION
Situated around beautiful Charlottesville, Virginia – which is consistently ranked among America’s top university towns and best places to live – Albemarle County is nestled in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park. Just 100 miles south of Washington, DC and 70 miles west of Richmond, it’s only a short trip to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic beaches, and New York is an easy Amtrak ride away. Whether it’s the great outdoors, a vibrant and diverse arts, food, and culture scene, or small town living with a big city feel, our part of Central Virginia has something for everyone.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Are you ready to join the ACPS Team and engage our learners in becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? If so, then follow these steps to apply:
STEP 1: Click Apply for this Position at the top right of this page. This will add your application to the candidate pool for this position.
STEP 2: You will receive an email invitation to complete a short online assessment to help us learn more about your strengths as an educator. Instructions will be included in the email. If you've already taken this assessment within the past three years, you do not need to complete it again.
STEP 3: Continue to check our Jobs page frequently as new positions are added throughout the spring and summer. You need to apply for each specific position that you are interested in. Jobs are listed chronologically by posting date, but you can search by categories or by keywords like “teacher” or “counselor”, and you can also sign up for weekly email alerts.
STEP 4: Our school principals and assistant principals will review your application and will contact you directly if they would like to schedule an interview. Time frames vary depending on the position and time of year.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates for this position must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching certificate with endorsement in Special Education. More information can be found on the VDOE website.
Job Requirements
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Questions? Email HR@k12albemarle.org
Thank you for your interest in Albemarle County Public Schools!
Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:
Special Education > Severe/Profound Disabilities
INTRODUCTION
Special Education Teacher: Generalist
Mountain View Primary
2026-27 School Year
Teach • Lead • Inspire
Be an educator in Albemarle County Public Schools
Are you looking to work in a school division where students are engaged in authentic, challenging, and relevant learning experiences, becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? Then look no further!
In Albemarle County Public Schools, we work together as a team to end the predictive value of race, class, gender, and special capacities for our children’s success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. We seek to build relationships with families and communities to ensure that every student succeeds. We will know every student!
We are the first public school division in Virginia, and among the first in the country, to develop and implement an Anti-Racism policy with the expressed purpose of building school communities that share the responsibility to recognize and end racism, eliminate inequitable practices that result in achievement gaps, and support the unique gifts, talents, and interests of every child. In ACPS, “all” really means all.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Who We’re Looking For
Teachers and Specialists are essential to achieving our goals of Thriving Students, Affirming and Empowering Communities, and Equitable, Transformative Resources.
Our ideal candidates are:
- Innovative, self-reflective, collaborative, knowledgeable in their content area and instructional practices, and are continually growing and improving
- Passionate about closing equity and achievement gaps
- Prepared to engage with our Culturally Responsive Teaching model in support of our Equity Mission Statement
Why Work in Our Schools
Here are just a few reasons why both new and experienced educators choose to join our team:
- Strong instructional support and mentoring from our building administrators, instructional coaches, learning technology integrators, diversity resource teachers, and equity specialists
- A wide range of professional development opportunities, including our New Teacher Academy and many other learning experiences held throughout the year for new and experienced teachers
- Competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more
- The opportunity to work in a close-knit, supportive community where you can continue to grow as a professional
LOCATION
Situated around beautiful Charlottesville, Virginia – which is consistently ranked among America’s top university towns and best places to live – Albemarle County is nestled in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park. Just 100 miles south of Washington, DC and 70 miles west of Richmond, it’s only a short trip to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic beaches, and New York is an easy Amtrak ride away. Whether it’s the great outdoors, a vibrant and diverse arts, food, and culture scene, or small town living with a big city feel, our part of Central Virginia has something for everyone.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Are you ready to join the ACPS Team and engage our learners in becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? If so, then follow these steps to apply:
STEP 1: Click Apply for this Position at the top right of this page. This will add your application to the candidate pool for this position.
STEP 2: You will receive an email invitation to complete a short online assessment to help us learn more about your strengths as an educator. Instructions will be included in the email. If you've already taken this assessment within the past three years, you do not need to complete it again.
STEP 3: Continue to check our Jobs page frequently as new positions are added throughout the spring and summer. You need to apply for each specific position that you are interested in. Jobs are listed chronologically by posting date, but you can search by categories or by keywords like “teacher” or “counselor”, and you can also sign up for weekly email alerts.
STEP 4: Our school principals and assistant principals will review your application and will contact you directly if they would like to schedule an interview. Time frames vary depending on the position and time of year.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates for this position must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching certificate with endorsement in Special Education. More information can be found on the VDOE website.
Job Requirements
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Questions? Email HR@k12albemarle.org
Thank you for your interest in Albemarle County Public Schools!
Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:
Special Education > Severe/Profound Disabilities
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a County Attorney
Translate your legal credentials for U.S. employers
County attorney roles require bar admission in most U.S. jurisdictions. If your law degree is from outside the U.S., document your equivalency through a formal credential evaluation before approaching host employers, so hiring committees can assess your qualifications immediately.
Target counties with active government exchange programs
Not every county attorney's office has worked with a J-1 designated sponsor before. Focus your search on larger municipal and county governments with established international affairs offices, which are far more likely to have the administrative capacity to serve as host organizations.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1-aligned legal roles
Use Migrate Mate to identify county and municipal government employers that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors in legal or policy roles. Filtering by government sector narrows your list to host organizations familiar with the DS-2019 process and training plan requirements.
Build a training plan before contacting designated sponsors
Designated sponsors like Cultural Vistas require a detailed training plan outlining your learning objectives and supervision structure. Draft this document in advance with your prospective host employer so the sponsor's DS-2019 issuance process moves without delays.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement upfront
Government Visitor and Specialist category J-1 holders often face the two-year home country physical presence requirement. Confirm with your designated sponsor whether your program carries this obligation before accepting an offer, since it affects future visa eligibility.
Align your offer timeline with DS-2019 processing windows
Designated sponsors typically need four to six weeks to issue the DS-2019 after receiving a complete application and signed training plan. Factor this into your start date negotiation with the host county attorney's office so your visa interview appointment can be scheduled in time.
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Find County Attorney JobsCounty Attorney J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a County Attorney role?
Government Visitor and Specialist are the most relevant J-1 categories for county attorney positions. Government Visitor applies when a foreign government or municipality is sponsoring the exchange for policy learning purposes. Specialist fits legal professionals with specialized expertise exchanging knowledge with a U.S. host government office. Intern or Trainee categories may apply if you are still completing your legal education or early in your career.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a county attorney position?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the county attorney's office itself. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or the Institute of International Education issue the DS-2019 form and monitor your exchange program. The county government where you work is the host employer, which is a different role from the designated sponsor who holds legal responsibility for your J-1 status.
How do I find county governments that host J-1 legal professionals?
Use Migrate Mate to search for government-sector roles that align with J-1 sponsorship. County and municipal governments vary widely in their experience hosting international exchange visitors, so identifying offices that have worked with designated sponsors before significantly improves your chances of a successful placement without having to educate the employer on the DS-2019 process from scratch.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to county attorney J-1 holders?
It depends on your funding source and country of nationality. J-1 holders in Government Visitor and Specialist categories are frequently subject to the two-year home country physical presence requirement under INA Section 212(e), particularly when the exchange is funded by a government or when your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Your designated sponsor will confirm whether this requirement applies to your specific program before issuing the DS-2019.
Can a county attorney's office start the J-1 process without prior experience hosting exchange visitors?
Yes, but it requires more upfront coordination. The county must work with a designated sponsor organization, agree to supervision and evaluation obligations, and co-develop a formal training plan documenting your learning objectives. First-time host employers often underestimate the administrative steps involved, so building in extra lead time before your intended start date is practical. Reaching out early to a designated sponsor for program requirements helps the host office understand its responsibilities.
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