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School Social Workers pursuing U.S. placements typically qualify under the J-1 visa Specialist or Trainee program category, depending on career stage. A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and provides formal sponsorship, while the school district or nonprofit acts as your host employer.
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One City Schools | Madison, Wisconsin
Full-Time | School-Year Position
Salary Range: $55k - $80k depending on qualifications and experience
Reports to: Middle School Principal
Application Deadline: Open until filled. Seeking February 2026 to start.
Teach with purpose. Build confidence. Shape what’s possible.
At One City Schools, math is not just about answers, it’s about thinking, persistence, and belief in one’s own capacity. We are seeking a Middle School Math Teacher who brings both instructional strength and a steady, relational presence to the classroom.
Our Scholars deserve educators who believe deeply in their potential and who know how to create structured, joyful learning environments where challenge is welcomed and support is consistent.
About the Role
As a Middle School Math Teacher, you will deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction that builds conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and confidence in problem-solving. You will create a classroom that is predictable, engaging, and intellectually alive, where Scholars are supported to take risks, persist through challenge, and grow as mathematicians and community members.
This role is ideal for an educator who values structure, reflection, and collaboration and who understands the unique developmental needs of middle school learners.
What You’ll Do
As a Math Teacher, you will serve as a lead teacher and coach who strengthens math learning and instructional excellence across grades 5 – 8. A few key responsibilities include:
- Teach engaging, standards-aligned middle school mathematics lessons
- Build a calm, structured classroom environment aligned with One City routines and expectations
- Use data and assessments to inform instruction and support Scholar growth
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Foster productive struggle, perseverance, and mathematical confidence
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum, data, and instructional improvement
- Communicate proactively and professionally with families
- Participate fully in professional development, coaching, and team learning
Who You Are (Ideal Candidate Description)
You are a thoughtful, skilled middle school math educator who brings both instructional strength and a steady, relational presence to the classroom. You believe every Scholar can grow in mathematics and that confidence, persistence, and curiosity matter just as much as correct answers.
You might be a great fit for this role if you:
- Bring a strong understanding of middle school math content and know how to make it accessible, engaging, and intellectually challenging
- Create structured, predictable learning environments where Scholars feel safe taking academic risks
- Use data as a tool for insight and reflection, not judgment, and adjust instruction in response to what Scholars show you
- Build trusting relationships with Scholars and contribute positively to a collaborative teaching team
- Believe in culturally responsive teaching and designing instruction for diverse learners and learning profiles
- Value consistency, clear expectations, and shared practices that support both learning and belonging
- Want to be part of a school community where character, relationships, and academic rigor work together
What You Bring
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Education, or a related field
- Valid Wisconsin teaching license or eligibility for licensure
- Experience teaching mathematics at the middle school level
- Strong classroom management and instructional skills
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching
Preferred
- Master’s degree in Education or a related field
- Experience in a charter school or urban education setting
- Strong data-informed instructional practices
- Ability to build meaningful relationships with Scholars and families
Our Benefits
Comprehensive Package
- Competitive salary based on education and experience
- 11-month schedule with dedicated planning time
- 14 PTO days plus holidays, winter, and spring breaks
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with 5.9% employer match
- Life insurance and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
Unique One City Benefits
- On-campus infant and early learning care with discounted tuition
- Homeownership support through the Own-It Program ($19,000 down payment grants)
- Admission priority for age-eligible children of employees
- Comprehensive professional development and coaching
About One City Schools
One City Schools is a public charter school system serving children from birth through middle school in Madison, Wisconsin. Our mission is to seed a new model of public education that ensures children are on track to succeed from birth through high school graduation. We are redefining what’s possible in public education by combining academic excellence with deep community partnership, innovation, and love. One City was awarded the 2025 Wisconsin Innovation Award for education, which honors visionaries whose bold ideas are transforming their fields.
A Model That Delivers Results
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction has recognized both our elementary and middle schools for “Exceeding Expectations” in academic growth and closing achievement gaps. Our Scholars consistently outperform statewide peers—middle school students growing faster than 98% of students across Wisconsin, and elementary Scholars surpassing 75% of their peers. We serve the highest percentage of Black students in Dane County, along with many multilingual learners and students from low-income households, while still achieving some of the strongest academic gains in the region. Our results show that opportunity and achievement gaps are not inevitable, and that children thrive when supported with high expectations, strong routines, joyful learning, and a community that believes in their potential.
Diversity & Equal Opportunity Statement
One City Schools welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences who share our belief that every child deserves an excellent education and that creating such a world begins with how we work together.
How To Apply
Use the application form on the right to submit your materials. A résumé is required. A cover letter is optional but strongly preferred, as it helps us understand your fit with our mission and model.
If you choose to include a cover letter, please address the following:
- Why One City Schools? What draws you to our mission and this role?
- Your classroom approach. How you build calm, consistent, joyful learning environments.
- Family partnership. What partnering with families looks like to you in a two-generation model.
Applicants who address these prompts will be prioritized in our screening process.
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates. We welcome applicants from outside Wisconsin who feel called to our mission.
For questions, contact our People Team at hr@onecityschools.org.
Middle School Math Teacher
One City Schools | Madison, Wisconsin
Full-Time | School-Year Position
Salary Range: $55k - $80k depending on qualifications and experience
Reports to: Middle School Principal
Application Deadline: Open until filled. Seeking February 2026 to start.
Teach with purpose. Build confidence. Shape what’s possible.
At One City Schools, math is not just about answers, it’s about thinking, persistence, and belief in one’s own capacity. We are seeking a Middle School Math Teacher who brings both instructional strength and a steady, relational presence to the classroom.
Our Scholars deserve educators who believe deeply in their potential and who know how to create structured, joyful learning environments where challenge is welcomed and support is consistent.
About the Role
As a Middle School Math Teacher, you will deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction that builds conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and confidence in problem-solving. You will create a classroom that is predictable, engaging, and intellectually alive, where Scholars are supported to take risks, persist through challenge, and grow as mathematicians and community members.
This role is ideal for an educator who values structure, reflection, and collaboration and who understands the unique developmental needs of middle school learners.
What You’ll Do
As a Math Teacher, you will serve as a lead teacher and coach who strengthens math learning and instructional excellence across grades 5 – 8. A few key responsibilities include:
- Teach engaging, standards-aligned middle school mathematics lessons
- Build a calm, structured classroom environment aligned with One City routines and expectations
- Use data and assessments to inform instruction and support Scholar growth
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Foster productive struggle, perseverance, and mathematical confidence
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum, data, and instructional improvement
- Communicate proactively and professionally with families
- Participate fully in professional development, coaching, and team learning
Who You Are (Ideal Candidate Description)
You are a thoughtful, skilled middle school math educator who brings both instructional strength and a steady, relational presence to the classroom. You believe every Scholar can grow in mathematics and that confidence, persistence, and curiosity matter just as much as correct answers.
You might be a great fit for this role if you:
- Bring a strong understanding of middle school math content and know how to make it accessible, engaging, and intellectually challenging
- Create structured, predictable learning environments where Scholars feel safe taking academic risks
- Use data as a tool for insight and reflection, not judgment, and adjust instruction in response to what Scholars show you
- Build trusting relationships with Scholars and contribute positively to a collaborative teaching team
- Believe in culturally responsive teaching and designing instruction for diverse learners and learning profiles
- Value consistency, clear expectations, and shared practices that support both learning and belonging
- Want to be part of a school community where character, relationships, and academic rigor work together
What You Bring
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Education, or a related field
- Valid Wisconsin teaching license or eligibility for licensure
- Experience teaching mathematics at the middle school level
- Strong classroom management and instructional skills
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching
Preferred
- Master’s degree in Education or a related field
- Experience in a charter school or urban education setting
- Strong data-informed instructional practices
- Ability to build meaningful relationships with Scholars and families
Our Benefits
Comprehensive Package
- Competitive salary based on education and experience
- 11-month schedule with dedicated planning time
- 14 PTO days plus holidays, winter, and spring breaks
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with 5.9% employer match
- Life insurance and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
Unique One City Benefits
- On-campus infant and early learning care with discounted tuition
- Homeownership support through the Own-It Program ($19,000 down payment grants)
- Admission priority for age-eligible children of employees
- Comprehensive professional development and coaching
About One City Schools
One City Schools is a public charter school system serving children from birth through middle school in Madison, Wisconsin. Our mission is to seed a new model of public education that ensures children are on track to succeed from birth through high school graduation. We are redefining what’s possible in public education by combining academic excellence with deep community partnership, innovation, and love. One City was awarded the 2025 Wisconsin Innovation Award for education, which honors visionaries whose bold ideas are transforming their fields.
A Model That Delivers Results
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction has recognized both our elementary and middle schools for “Exceeding Expectations” in academic growth and closing achievement gaps. Our Scholars consistently outperform statewide peers—middle school students growing faster than 98% of students across Wisconsin, and elementary Scholars surpassing 75% of their peers. We serve the highest percentage of Black students in Dane County, along with many multilingual learners and students from low-income households, while still achieving some of the strongest academic gains in the region. Our results show that opportunity and achievement gaps are not inevitable, and that children thrive when supported with high expectations, strong routines, joyful learning, and a community that believes in their potential.
Diversity & Equal Opportunity Statement
One City Schools welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences who share our belief that every child deserves an excellent education and that creating such a world begins with how we work together.
How To Apply
Use the application form on the right to submit your materials. A résumé is required. A cover letter is optional but strongly preferred, as it helps us understand your fit with our mission and model.
If you choose to include a cover letter, please address the following:
- Why One City Schools? What draws you to our mission and this role?
- Your classroom approach. How you build calm, consistent, joyful learning environments.
- Family partnership. What partnering with families looks like to you in a two-generation model.
Applicants who address these prompts will be prioritized in our screening process.
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates. We welcome applicants from outside Wisconsin who feel called to our mission.
For questions, contact our People Team at hr@onecityschools.org.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in School Social Worker
Match your credentials to licensure requirements
Most U.S. states require a master's degree in social work plus state licensure for school social workers. Confirm your foreign credentials are evaluated by a NACES-approved service before applying, as host employers will request this documentation upfront.
Identify whether Specialist or Trainee fits your stage
Recent graduates with limited post-degree experience qualify under the J-1 Trainee category. Established practitioners with five or more years of professional experience are better positioned for the Specialist category, which allows a longer program duration.
Target districts with established international hiring patterns
Public school districts in states with active bilingual education programs, such as California, Texas, and New York, are more accustomed to hosting J-1 exchange visitors. Search for host employers by role and location using Migrate Mate to surface J-1-aligned openings.
Verify host employer eligibility before accepting an offer
Your host employer must sign a formal training plan or placement agreement with your designated sponsor organization. Confirm the district or agency has hosted J-1 exchange visitors before, since a first-time host adds administrative lead time to the DS-2019 issuance process.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
School Social Worker roles funded by U.S. government sources or involving skills on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may trigger the J-1 two-year home residency requirement. Clarify this with your designated sponsor before signing an offer, as a waiver requires separate DOL review.
Build your DS-2019 timeline around state licensing delays
State social work licensing boards often take 60 to 120 days to process foreign-educated applicants. Start the licensing application before your sponsor issues the DS-2019, so the two processes run in parallel and your program start date isn't delayed by a slow licensing review.
School Social Worker J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to school social workers?
It depends on your career stage. If you completed your master's degree within the past 12 months and are in the early phase of your career, the J-1 Trainee category typically applies. If you have five or more years of post-degree professional experience, the Specialist category is the standard fit. The school district acts as your host employer, while a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and administers the program.
How is J-1 sponsorship different from employer visa sponsorship for this role?
With J-1, the visa sponsor is a State Department-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or CIEE, not the school district or nonprofit hiring you. The employer is your host, not your visa sponsor. The designated sponsor issues the DS-2019 form, approves your training plan, and monitors compliance throughout your exchange program. The host employer funds your position but does not file any visa petition on your behalf.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to school social workers?
It can. The two-year home residency requirement applies when your J-1 program is funded by your home or host government, or when your occupation appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Social work is listed for several countries. If the requirement applies, you must return home for two years before changing to most other U.S. visa categories, or pursue a waiver through DOL or a U.S. federal agency.
How do I find U.S. school districts or nonprofits that host J-1 exchange visitors?
Use Migrate Mate to search for school social worker roles posted by employers familiar with exchange visitor placements. Not every district advertises J-1 compatibility, so filtering by role type and location is more effective than searching by visa label alone. Districts in states with large bilingual student populations tend to have more institutional experience with international hires and J-1 program logistics.
Can I transition from J-1 to a long-term work visa after my placement ends?
Yes, but timing matters. If the two-year home residency requirement applies to your J-1, you must fulfill it or obtain a waiver before changing to H-1B visa, O-1 visa, or most immigrant visa categories. If the requirement does not apply, you can pursue a change of status or consular processing directly. Confirm your requirement status with your designated sponsor organization as early as possible, not at the end of your program.