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Head of Compliance jobs on OPT require employers comfortable sponsoring or extending work authorization, since most roles sit within regulated industries like finance, healthcare, and tech. STEM OPT extension may apply if your degree is in a qualifying field, giving you up to three years of work authorization to secure long-term sponsorship.
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Get Access To All JobsPosition Title: Teacher - Early Head Start Program
Division: Research and Sponsored Programs
Department: COE Learning Sciences
Number of hours per week: 40
Days to be worked: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Months per year: Fiscal (12 months)
Job Type: Full-Time
Campus: Other
If other location, please indicate: Henry, Gibson, Weakley Counties
Position Number: 107005
Advertised Salary: $32,760 - $39,312
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Job Description
This professional will direct the activities of children and families in the Early Head Start program. Provide developmentally appropriate quality care for children ages 0-3 in a child care center. Develop individualized lesson plans for children in their caseload. Participate in meetings involving children and families to help assess, plan, and coordinate core service delivery.
Be a responsible, mature, caring individual with experience in early childhood development, parenting education and family case management services. Knowledge of state, regional and local family resources preferred. Ability to make decisions in accordance with established procedures. Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with, parents, children, coworkers and the public.
Must be able to do the following:
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
- Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the basic principles of appropriate early childhood development;
- Work as a team member, establish and maintain effective, working relationships with staff, children and families;
- Maintain respectful relationships and communication with staff, families, children and the community;
- Organize, manage, and control work flow;
- Work with individuals from various ethnic, cultural, socio-economic and educational backgrounds;
- Work collaboratively with Mentor Teachers, Center Managers, Coordinators and Directors;
- Complete and submit required paperwork and reports as scheduled;
- Participate in program group activities, such as parent meetings, advisory committee meetings, and family social events, as appropriate and assigned.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
A minimum of a Child Development Credential (CDA) required. An Infant/Toddler CDA, degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field preferred.
Knowledge of psychological and biological needs of infants and toddlers. Ability to prepare and present educational materials. Professional knowledge of instructional methods, materials, and program development.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University. Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire. An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section. You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.
Open Date: 08/07/2026
Close Date: 08/21/2026
Job Category: Clerical
Benefits
Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.
Minimum References Required: 2
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcript 1
Optional Documents
Position Title: Teacher - Early Head Start Program
Division: Research and Sponsored Programs
Department: COE Learning Sciences
Number of hours per week: 40
Days to be worked: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Months per year: Fiscal (12 months)
Job Type: Full-Time
Campus: Other
If other location, please indicate: Henry, Gibson, Weakley Counties
Position Number: 107005
Advertised Salary: $32,760 - $39,312
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Job Description
This professional will direct the activities of children and families in the Early Head Start program. Provide developmentally appropriate quality care for children ages 0-3 in a child care center. Develop individualized lesson plans for children in their caseload. Participate in meetings involving children and families to help assess, plan, and coordinate core service delivery.
Be a responsible, mature, caring individual with experience in early childhood development, parenting education and family case management services. Knowledge of state, regional and local family resources preferred. Ability to make decisions in accordance with established procedures. Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with, parents, children, coworkers and the public.
Must be able to do the following:
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
- Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the basic principles of appropriate early childhood development;
- Work as a team member, establish and maintain effective, working relationships with staff, children and families;
- Maintain respectful relationships and communication with staff, families, children and the community;
- Organize, manage, and control work flow;
- Work with individuals from various ethnic, cultural, socio-economic and educational backgrounds;
- Work collaboratively with Mentor Teachers, Center Managers, Coordinators and Directors;
- Complete and submit required paperwork and reports as scheduled;
- Participate in program group activities, such as parent meetings, advisory committee meetings, and family social events, as appropriate and assigned.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
A minimum of a Child Development Credential (CDA) required. An Infant/Toddler CDA, degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field preferred.
Knowledge of psychological and biological needs of infants and toddlers. Ability to prepare and present educational materials. Professional knowledge of instructional methods, materials, and program development.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a criminal background check as mandated by Tennessee State University. Official transcripts for positions which require a post-secondary undergraduate degree, advanced degree and/or certification must be presented upon hire. An unofficial transcript may be attached in the “Transcript” section. You will be required to provide names and contact information for three references during your application to the posting. If you are the recommended candidate for the position, our online hiring system will automatically generate solicitation for these letters using contact information you provided.
Open Date: 08/07/2026
Close Date: 08/21/2026
Job Category: Clerical
Benefits
Tennessee State University offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes annual leave (vacation), sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, flexible benefits plans and more.
Minimum References Required: 2
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcript 1
Optional Documents
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Head Of Compliance
Target regulated industries first
Finance, healthcare, and technology companies face the heaviest compliance requirements and hire most aggressively for this role. Those industries also have established immigration infrastructure, making OPT sponsorship and eventual H-1B visa conversion significantly more straightforward than smaller or unregulated employers.
Lead with your regulatory specialization
Generalist compliance experience is less compelling than depth in a specific framework, whether AML, HIPAA, SOX, or GDPR. Employers hiring a Head of Compliance need someone who can own a regulatory domain immediately, so position yourself as a specialist, not a generalist.
Address your OPT timeline proactively
Compliance leadership roles involve long onboarding cycles and institutional knowledge. Reassure employers early that your OPT period provides sufficient runway and that STEM extension or H-1B sponsorship is a clear, manageable next step, not an unknown risk.
Emphasize your credentials and certifications
Certifications like CAMS, CCEP, or CFE carry significant weight for compliance leadership hiring. If you hold any, feature them prominently in your application. They signal technical competence and reduce employer hesitation about hiring an international candidate for a high-stakes function.
Research the employer's existing sponsorship history
Before applying, check whether the company has previously sponsored compliance professionals for work visas. Employers with that track record understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer over OPT status than those encountering immigration sponsorship for the first time.
Prepare a clear immigration roadmap for interviews
Senior compliance hires often involve legal and executive stakeholders who may raise visa questions directly. Come prepared with a concise, confident explanation of your current OPT status, your STEM extension eligibility if applicable, and the H-1B timeline so nothing catches them off guard.
Head Of Compliance OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Head of Compliance in the United States?
Yes. F-1 OPT authorizes full-time employment in any role directly related to your field of study, including compliance leadership positions. Head of Compliance roles typically align with degrees in law, business, finance, or information systems. You must ensure your EAD is active before starting work and that the role connects to your degree field.
Does a Head of Compliance role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your underlying degree, not the job title. If you hold a degree in a STEM-designated field such as information security, data science, or a quantitative business discipline, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Compliance roles in tech or fintech environments are more likely to satisfy the practical training requirement than roles in purely administrative settings.
Where can I find Head of Compliance jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and international students, so every listing on the platform is filtered for visa sponsorship compatibility. Searching Migrate Mate for Head of Compliance roles saves you from applying to positions where your OPT status will be an immediate disqualifier, which is a common frustration on general job boards.
Will employers sponsor H-1B visas after hiring a Head of Compliance on OPT?
Many do, particularly in finance, healthcare, and technology sectors where compliance leadership is a critical function. Employers who have already invested in hiring and onboarding a compliance leader have strong incentive to retain that person through H-1B sponsorship. Targeting companies with a documented sponsorship history significantly improves your odds of a long-term commitment.
What happens to my compliance role if my OPT expires before H-1B approval?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT expires and you have a valid STEM OPT extension, cap-gap protection may cover the gap between OPT expiration and October 1 H-1B start date. You should work closely with your employer's immigration counsel well before your OPT end date to ensure continuous work authorization throughout the transition.