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Instructor roles are a natural fit for F-1 OPT students with expertise in education, training, or a specialized field. Your OPT work authorization must align with your degree, so positions in curriculum development, corporate training, or academic instruction are your strongest targets. STEM OPT extensions apply if your degree qualifies.
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Instructor - Adjunct-2
Position Type:
Faculty
Department:
LSUAM COB - School of Accounting (Tommy Phillips (00008891))
Work Location:
2800 BEC North Undergrad Pavilion
Pay Grade:
Academic
JOB SUMMARY:
The adjunct instructor will teach an undergraduate and/or graduate course in the Department of Accounting. Candidates with the ability to teach one of the following are especially encouraged to apply: financial accounting, managerial accounting, taxation, auditing, or Intermediate Accounting I & II.
Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience, relevant professional licenses and/or certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, CISA, CIA), and relevant accounting experience in industry or public accounting.
To teach graduate courses, a PhD, DBA, or an equivalent terminal degree in Accounting or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution at the time of application. In exceptional circumstances, a combination of advanced graduate education, relevant certifications or licensures, and significant experience at the highest levels of professional practice may be considered in place of a terminal degree.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- 95% - Teach undergraduate / graduate level courses (x number) in Department of Accounting
- 5% - Confer with students
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in Accounting or related field (PhD if teaching graduate level courses)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
PhD in Accounting or related field
Preferred Certifications/Licenses: CPA, CMA, CISA, CIA
Special Instructions:
For questions or concerns about the position or the associated salary, please reach out to Dana Hollie, danahollie1@lsu.edu
Posting Date:
May 8, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
November 4, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
Job Posting Title:
Instructor - Adjunct-2
Position Type:
Faculty
Department:
LSUAM COB - School of Accounting (Tommy Phillips (00008891))
Work Location:
2800 BEC North Undergrad Pavilion
Pay Grade:
Academic
JOB SUMMARY:
The adjunct instructor will teach an undergraduate and/or graduate course in the Department of Accounting. Candidates with the ability to teach one of the following are especially encouraged to apply: financial accounting, managerial accounting, taxation, auditing, or Intermediate Accounting I & II.
Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience, relevant professional licenses and/or certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, CISA, CIA), and relevant accounting experience in industry or public accounting.
To teach graduate courses, a PhD, DBA, or an equivalent terminal degree in Accounting or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution at the time of application. In exceptional circumstances, a combination of advanced graduate education, relevant certifications or licensures, and significant experience at the highest levels of professional practice may be considered in place of a terminal degree.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- 95% - Teach undergraduate / graduate level courses (x number) in Department of Accounting
- 5% - Confer with students
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in Accounting or related field (PhD if teaching graduate level courses)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
PhD in Accounting or related field
Preferred Certifications/Licenses: CPA, CMA, CISA, CIA
Special Instructions:
For questions or concerns about the position or the associated salary, please reach out to Dana Hollie, danahollie1@lsu.edu
Posting Date:
May 8, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
November 4, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Instructor
Align your subject area with your degree field
OPT requires a direct connection between your job and your degree. An Instructor role teaching data science, engineering, or business is defensible. A role outside your field of study risks your OPT authorization and should be avoided.
Target employers who regularly hire international educators
Community colleges, EdTech companies, corporate training firms, and coding bootcamps hire Instructors with international backgrounds regularly. These organizations understand work authorization timelines and are more likely to support H-1B visa sponsorship after your OPT period ends.
Document the specialty occupation connection clearly
When applying, frame your Instructor role as requiring specialized knowledge, not just general teaching ability. Emphasize curriculum design, subject-matter expertise, and degree requirements. This framing matters when USCIS evaluates future H-1B petitions for Instructor positions.
Apply early if you need STEM OPT extension
STEM OPT applications must be submitted at least 90 days before your current OPT expires. Instructor roles at STEM-focused organizations may qualify. Confirm your employer has an E-Verify account, which is required for any STEM OPT extension approval.
Ask about sponsorship intentions before accepting an offer
Some academic and training employers assume OPT students will leave when authorization expires. Raise H-1B sponsorship directly during negotiations. Employers willing to commit early give you far more runway to plan your long-term career in the United States.
Use Migrate Mate to find Instructor roles open to OPT
Most general job boards don't filter for OPT-friendly employers. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this. Browse Instructor listings from employers who already understand work authorization, saving you time and avoiding positions that won't support your visa status.
Instructor OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Instructor on OPT?
Yes, as long as the Instructor role is directly related to your degree field. A computer science graduate teaching coding, or an education graduate leading classroom instruction, meets the OPT connection requirement. Roles that teach subject matter unrelated to your degree create authorization risk and should be avoided.
Do Instructor jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Some do. If your degree is in a STEM field and the Instructor role is at an organization with an active E-Verify account, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Roles at EdTech companies, coding bootcamps, or STEM-focused training programs are the most common qualifying scenarios. Confirm your employer's E-Verify status before applying.
How do I find Instructor jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is the best place to start. It surfaces Instructor roles from employers who are familiar with OPT and international hiring. Filtering by OPT-friendly employers saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering authorization issues late in the process.
Is an Instructor role considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can be, but it requires careful framing. USCIS looks at whether a specific degree in a related field is normally required for the position. Instructors teaching highly specialized subjects, such as engineering, finance, or computer science, have stronger cases than those in general education roles where degree requirements are broad or flexible.
What happens if my Instructor job is part-time or contract-based?
OPT allows part-time work of at least 20 hours per week during post-completion OPT, so part-time Instructor roles can qualify. However, contract or freelance arrangements need careful documentation to demonstrate the work is consistent and degree-related. Multiple concurrent part-time Instructor positions can be combined to meet the 20-hour minimum threshold.