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Instructional Assistant roles in the U.S. are accessible to international candidates through J-1 visa sponsorship, typically under the Trainee or Intern program category. Designated sponsors issue your DS-2019, while the school or educational organization acts as your host employer. No lottery or annual cap applies.
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School Support Staff
Date Posted:
5/15/2026
Location:
District Wide - Glendale, AZ
Date Available:
07/28/2026
Position Title: Instructional Assistant College Intern | .25 FTE (max 10 hours per week)
Department: Career and Technical Education
Supervisor: Principal at assigned location
Term of Employment: 9 months
Salary Classification: Grade 8
Job Summary: This position supports the classroom teacher by assisting with instructional activities and daily classroom operations. Under the teacher's guidance, the individual helps facilitate learning experiences, maintains records, and prepares educational materials. The role requires the ability to follow instructions and carry out assigned tasks effectively.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES generally include the following:
- Prepares and distributes instructional materials according to teacher direction.
- Assists teachers in setting up learning activities, presenting instructional materials and monitoring student behaviors.
- Provides classroom teacher assistance in daily lesson plans, attendance, record keeping, parent/teacher conferences, and delivery of classroom instruction.
- Provides one-on-one or small group activities under the teacher's direction.
- Maintains documentation and records for student files.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, regulations, ordinances and PUSD policies and procedures.
- Skill in following oral and written directions.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers, students, parents, the general public and others having business with the school district.
- Skill in operating a personal computer.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A High School Diploma or GED, enrolled in approved teacher education program AND successful completion of Peoria Unified School District Ed Professions program.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have or obtain an IVP fingerprint clearance card.
- Must be able to pass a background clearance check.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain an Arizona driver license.
- May be required to lift and carry heavy, bulky supplies and materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
- May be required to work outside normal working hours. May be required to travel to perform work functions.
Position Type:
School Support Staff
Date Posted:
5/15/2026
Location:
District Wide - Glendale, AZ
Date Available:
07/28/2026
Position Title: Instructional Assistant College Intern | .25 FTE (max 10 hours per week)
Department: Career and Technical Education
Supervisor: Principal at assigned location
Term of Employment: 9 months
Salary Classification: Grade 8
Job Summary: This position supports the classroom teacher by assisting with instructional activities and daily classroom operations. Under the teacher's guidance, the individual helps facilitate learning experiences, maintains records, and prepares educational materials. The role requires the ability to follow instructions and carry out assigned tasks effectively.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES generally include the following:
- Prepares and distributes instructional materials according to teacher direction.
- Assists teachers in setting up learning activities, presenting instructional materials and monitoring student behaviors.
- Provides classroom teacher assistance in daily lesson plans, attendance, record keeping, parent/teacher conferences, and delivery of classroom instruction.
- Provides one-on-one or small group activities under the teacher's direction.
- Maintains documentation and records for student files.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, regulations, ordinances and PUSD policies and procedures.
- Skill in following oral and written directions.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers, students, parents, the general public and others having business with the school district.
- Skill in operating a personal computer.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A High School Diploma or GED, enrolled in approved teacher education program AND successful completion of Peoria Unified School District Ed Professions program.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have or obtain an IVP fingerprint clearance card.
- Must be able to pass a background clearance check.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain an Arizona driver license.
- May be required to lift and carry heavy, bulky supplies and materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
- May be required to work outside normal working hours. May be required to travel to perform work functions.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Instructional Assistant
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Instructional Assistant positions must tie directly to your field of study or professional training. Gather transcripts, degree certificates, and any teaching credentials before approaching host employers, since designated sponsors verify this alignment during DS-2019 issuance.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee category eligibility
Current students or recent graduates within 12 months of graduation qualify under the Intern category. If you have a degree plus related work experience, the Trainee category applies. Misidentifying your category delays sponsor review and can stall your DS-2019.
Target school districts with established host agreements
Many K-12 districts and educational nonprofits already have active host-organization agreements with designated J-1 visa sponsors. Search Migrate Mate to find Instructional Assistant roles at employers experienced with J-1 visa hosting requirements and training plan obligations.
Request a written training plan before accepting any offer
J-1 Trainee and Intern categories require a formal Training or Internship Placement Plan. Ask your prospective host employer to draft this document before you contact a designated sponsor, so the sponsor can review the placement and issue your DS-2019 without delays.
Verify the host employer's SEVIS compliance history
Not every school or tutoring organization has hosted J-1 participants before. Ask directly whether the employer has worked with a designated sponsor recently. Inexperienced hosts sometimes underestimate SEVIS reporting obligations, which can put your status at risk mid-placement.
Check the two-year home residency requirement early
Some Instructional Assistant participants, particularly those funded by their home government or working in fields designated as lacking in their home country, are subject to a two-year home residency requirement after program completion. Confirm your status with USCIS before making long-term U.S. career plans.
Instructional Assistant J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Instructional Assistant roles?
The category depends on where you are in your academic or professional career. If you're a current student or within 12 months of graduation, the Intern category typically applies. If you hold a degree and have relevant professional experience in education or a related field, the Trainee category is the more appropriate fit. Your designated sponsor makes the final determination based on your specific background.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for an Instructional Assistant position?
A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as IIE, CIEE, or Cultural Vistas, issues your DS-2019 and serves as your official visa sponsor. The school, tutoring center, or educational nonprofit where you work is your host employer, not your visa sponsor. This distinction matters because the designated sponsor, not your host, is legally responsible for SEVIS compliance and program oversight.
How do I find Instructional Assistant host employers open to J-1 participants?
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers actively seeking Instructional Assistants who are open to J-1 program participants. Many host employers in education have prior experience coordinating with designated sponsors and understand the training plan requirements. Targeting employers with this experience significantly reduces the time between receiving a job offer and getting your DS-2019 issued.
Does the Instructional Assistant role qualify if my degree is in a field other than education?
Possibly, but the placement must have a clear connection to your academic or professional background. A science or engineering graduate assisting in STEM instruction, for example, can often satisfy this requirement. The designated sponsor reviews whether the instructional duties align with your field. Roles that require only general skills, with no link to your specific training, are less likely to receive DS-2019 approval.
What happens to my J-1 status if my host employer ends the placement early?
Your designated sponsor must be notified immediately if your host employer terminates the placement before the program end date on your DS-2019. The sponsor may help you transfer to a new host within the same program period, but this isn't guaranteed. You typically have a 30-day grace period after program termination to prepare for departure, and working outside an active program violates J-1 status. Contact your sponsor the same day you receive notice.