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STEM graduates on OPT can qualify for teaching roles in K-12 and higher education when the position involves applying their technical degree in an instructional or research context. University and community college roles in STEM departments are particularly well-aligned, and some school districts actively recruit internationally trained STEM educators to address persistent subject-matter shortages. The STEM OPT extension is available for qualifying teaching roles at eligible E-Verify employers.
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- Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.
- The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.
- Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed – the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate.
- In the “My Experience” section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.
Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.
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Job Description
The Department of Strategic Communication invites applications for a Teaching faculty position in Public Relations with an emphasis on the use of strategic research to inform messaging and campaigns, especially in utilization of emerging AI tools and practices. The ideal candidate would bring professional experience and current industry expertise in public relations. Although this role is primarily focused on public relations, the faculty member would contribute to the broader Department of Strategic Communication, which includes the major in Advertising as well as a MA in Strategic Communication & Media. An ideal candidate would bring expertise in teaching applied audience research, generative AI, and campaign design courses. In addition to their teaching responsibilities, the Teaching faculty member in Public Relations will actively contribute to the Department of Strategic Communication through essential service activities. This includes participating in admissions open houses to engage prospective students and promote the department's programs, assisting with departmental events that enhance the student and faculty community, and supporting extracurricular initiatives such as PRSSA, the Advertising Club, and Hawk Communications (student-led public relations agency). The faculty member will also provide academic advising to guide students in course selection and degree planning. By engaging in these activities, the prospective faculty member will play a vital role in fostering student success, strengthening departmental visibility, and enhancing the overall educational experience for Strategic Communication majors. The University is committed to the success of teaching faculty through opportunities for promotion and professional development to support long-term success and flourishing at the University. The position is a two-year, ten-month, non-tenure track (NTT) appointment, with eligibility for reappointment based on established NTT procedures.
THE COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA
The College of Communication and Media features eight dynamic programs and a talented and diverse student population of over 2,000. Offering degrees in Film and Television, Social Media and Public Relations, Advertising, Journalism and Digital Media, Sports Communication, Communication and Media Studies, Animation and VFX, and an online MA devoted to strategic communication, the College prepares the next generation of communication and media practitioners and leaders. Housed in world-class, state-of-the-art facilities just 12 miles from New York City, the College is the only program in the country that offers the following opportunities for students: a radio station (WMSC), newspaper (The Montclarion), strategic communications agency (Hawk Communications), sports network (Red Hawk Sports Network) streaming platform (Hawk+) and Digital Newsroom (News Lab). The College also has its own Career Services team dedicated to preparing students for the internship and job search process. Student projects and programs have recently received national recognition from PRSSA’s Bateman Competition, an Edward R Murrow Award, several Marconi Award nominations, and College Television ("Student Emmy") Awards from the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.
Qualifications
REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree in communication, public relations, or a related field is required.
- Professional work experience in public relations.
- Ability to teach the dynamic shifts in the public relations industry, including the applications of empirical research and emerging digital tools and techniques.
Preferred
- Master’s degree in communication, public relations, or a related field.
- Experience teaching public relations or strategic communications.
- Active industry contacts who can be engaged to meet our students.
Required Materials
Cover letter and curriculum vitae, which should be uploaded during the application process via Workday. Candidates who are shortlisted will be asked to supply 3 letters of recommendation separately. Letters can be sent to scmsearchcom@montclair.edu.
APPLY BY:
The position is open until filled, and application review begins immediately.
Salary Range
$67,027.48-$92,581.50 Annually
The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/
Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer. Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is within a CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.
Department
College of Communication and Media
Position Type
Teaching Faculty
Contact Information
For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email talent@montclair.edu.
Inclusion Statement
Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.
EEO/AA Statement
Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity. Additional information can be found on the website at www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/
Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy
Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/
Important Application Instructions
- Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.
- The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.
- Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed – the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate.
- In the “My Experience” section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.
Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.
Description
Job Description
The Department of Strategic Communication invites applications for a Teaching faculty position in Public Relations with an emphasis on the use of strategic research to inform messaging and campaigns, especially in utilization of emerging AI tools and practices. The ideal candidate would bring professional experience and current industry expertise in public relations. Although this role is primarily focused on public relations, the faculty member would contribute to the broader Department of Strategic Communication, which includes the major in Advertising as well as a MA in Strategic Communication & Media. An ideal candidate would bring expertise in teaching applied audience research, generative AI, and campaign design courses. In addition to their teaching responsibilities, the Teaching faculty member in Public Relations will actively contribute to the Department of Strategic Communication through essential service activities. This includes participating in admissions open houses to engage prospective students and promote the department's programs, assisting with departmental events that enhance the student and faculty community, and supporting extracurricular initiatives such as PRSSA, the Advertising Club, and Hawk Communications (student-led public relations agency). The faculty member will also provide academic advising to guide students in course selection and degree planning. By engaging in these activities, the prospective faculty member will play a vital role in fostering student success, strengthening departmental visibility, and enhancing the overall educational experience for Strategic Communication majors. The University is committed to the success of teaching faculty through opportunities for promotion and professional development to support long-term success and flourishing at the University. The position is a two-year, ten-month, non-tenure track (NTT) appointment, with eligibility for reappointment based on established NTT procedures.
THE COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA
The College of Communication and Media features eight dynamic programs and a talented and diverse student population of over 2,000. Offering degrees in Film and Television, Social Media and Public Relations, Advertising, Journalism and Digital Media, Sports Communication, Communication and Media Studies, Animation and VFX, and an online MA devoted to strategic communication, the College prepares the next generation of communication and media practitioners and leaders. Housed in world-class, state-of-the-art facilities just 12 miles from New York City, the College is the only program in the country that offers the following opportunities for students: a radio station (WMSC), newspaper (The Montclarion), strategic communications agency (Hawk Communications), sports network (Red Hawk Sports Network) streaming platform (Hawk+) and Digital Newsroom (News Lab). The College also has its own Career Services team dedicated to preparing students for the internship and job search process. Student projects and programs have recently received national recognition from PRSSA’s Bateman Competition, an Edward R Murrow Award, several Marconi Award nominations, and College Television ("Student Emmy") Awards from the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.
Qualifications
REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree in communication, public relations, or a related field is required.
- Professional work experience in public relations.
- Ability to teach the dynamic shifts in the public relations industry, including the applications of empirical research and emerging digital tools and techniques.
Preferred
- Master’s degree in communication, public relations, or a related field.
- Experience teaching public relations or strategic communications.
- Active industry contacts who can be engaged to meet our students.
Required Materials
Cover letter and curriculum vitae, which should be uploaded during the application process via Workday. Candidates who are shortlisted will be asked to supply 3 letters of recommendation separately. Letters can be sent to scmsearchcom@montclair.edu.
APPLY BY:
The position is open until filled, and application review begins immediately.
Salary Range
$67,027.48-$92,581.50 Annually
The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/
Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer. Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is within a CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.
Department
College of Communication and Media
Position Type
Teaching Faculty
Contact Information
For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email talent@montclair.edu.
Inclusion Statement
Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.
EEO/AA Statement
Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity. Additional information can be found on the website at www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/
Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy
Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can I use my STEM OPT for a teaching job?
Yes, if the teaching role is directly related to your STEM field of study and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. A computer science graduate teaching programming, or an engineering graduate working as a university lab instructor, would typically qualify. Your DSO can confirm whether a specific role meets the field-of-study requirement before you accept the position.
Do universities hire OPT students as instructors or teaching assistants?
Yes, universities regularly hire F-1 graduates as teaching assistants, research associates, and adjunct instructors, particularly in STEM departments. Many universities are cap-exempt H-1B employers, which means they can file H-1B petitions year-round outside the lottery. This makes university employment a particularly attractive path for OPT students in STEM fields who want to transition to H-1B without relying on the annual lottery.
Can I teach at a K-12 school on STEM OPT?
It depends on the role and how well it aligns with your degree. A mathematics or computer science teacher position at a K-12 school using your technical degree would generally qualify. Most states require a teaching certificate or licensure for K-12 positions, so researching your state's requirements early is an important step. Your DSO can help you assess whether a specific K-12 role is a valid match for your field of study.
What is the difference between H-1B and OPT for teaching jobs?
OPT is your current work authorization as an F-1 student and does not require employer sponsorship during the authorized period. H-1B is the next step, where the employer petitions USCIS on your behalf for a multi-year work visa. Many educational institutions that hire OPT students in teaching roles are experienced with this transition, particularly cap-exempt universities that can file H-1B at any time of year.
Are there teaching roles in industry that qualify for STEM OPT?
Yes. Corporate training roles, curriculum development positions at EdTech companies, and technical instruction roles at training organizations can qualify if they are directly related to your STEM degree. EdTech is a growing sector with a meaningful number of employers experienced with OPT hiring. The key requirement is that the role applies your technical degree knowledge rather than being a general education or administrative position.
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