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Education professionals from Canada and Mexico can qualify for TN visa sponsorship in the United States under USMCA, covering roles such as college and university faculty. No lottery applies to Canadians, and Mexican nationals can enter at ports of entry with employer-prepared documentation. Your qualifying degree must align directly with the teaching or instruction role offered.
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Posting Number F00301JP
Department Education
Position Summary
Bowdoin College’s Department of Education invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty appointment in Education beginning July 1, 2027. Applicants at the Assistant and Associate level are encouraged to apply. The position subfield is open with a preference for candidates with a background in mathematics or data science and whose research involves Learning Sciences with a distinct focus on the development and role of artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching and learning. Bowdoin is particularly interested in candidates dedicated to undergraduate teaching and with a promise of long-term successful research. A Ph.D. in Education or a related field is expected by the date of the appointment.
Bowdoin’s Department of Education houses the Bowdoin Teacher Scholars (BTS) program that offers both current students and recent graduates the opportunity to become certified public school teachers. This hire will work in collaboration with current Education faculty to revise courses for the BTS pathway to include content related to AI.
Bowdoin’s Hastings Initiative for AI and Humanity aims to critically examine, thoughtfully utilize, and ethically guide AI’s trajectory. A $50 million dollar gift by Reed Hastings funds ten new faculty positions across disciplines; supports faculty in AI-related teaching, research, and creative work; sponsors workshops, symposia, and student research; and prepares the next generation of leaders to engage responsibly with the opportunities and challenges presented by artificial intelligence.
Bowdoin College offers opportunities for professional development, a fully-funded, year-long pre-tenure sabbatical leave (after three years of teaching and successful reappointment), and regular, generously funded, post-tenure sabbaticals. Support for teaching, grant submission, computing software, and community partnerships in courses is available. The College also offers robust programming and resources for establishing and enhancing mentoring networks.
At Bowdoin, we are committed to inclusive excellence, an ongoing collective practice that honors our institutional commitment to provide an outstanding liberal arts education and serve the common good. The College is home to talented students, faculty and staff and we encourage applications from candidates committed to the inclusive instruction and support of a diverse student population, and those who will enrich and contribute to the College’s multifaceted diversity.
Accessibility during the application and interview stages, as well as once employed, is a priority of the College: https://www.bowdoin.edu/accessibility/index.html. In addition, visa sponsorships for faculty hires are available.
Bowdoin College accepts only electronic submissions. Please submit:
1) a cover letter;
2) a curriculum vitae;
3) a description of your plans for research or creative work;
4) a statement that describes your teaching philosophy and practice, including how you create learning environments that prepare students to interact constructively with a diversity of people, spaces, situations, and ideas; and
5) the names and contact information for three references who have agreed to provide letters of recommendation. Letters will be automatically requested from the references of candidates invited for interviews.
Review of applications will begin September 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated hiring range for this appointment at the assistant professor rank without prior tenure-track experience is $92,000 – $98,000 annually and at the associate professor rank is $120,000 – $140,000. The salary offered will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s experience and with internal peer equity. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a satisfactory background check.
Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin’s reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine. Bowdoin’s campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston. Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses. For further information about the College and our department, please visit our website: http://www.bowdoin.edu.
Posting Date 07/08/2026
Applications Accepted Until
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
At the time of application, you will be required to include information for three references, including name, title, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.
Reference providers will receive an automatically-generated email from the application system if the application reaches a certain stage during the review process. The email will provide them a link to upload a confidential reference letter on your behalf.
You will not be able to view the reference letters but will be able to see how many have been submitted on your behalf.
Employment Category Full Time Year Round
Job Start Date 07/01/2027
Job Type Faculty
Background Check Package Requirements Faculty/Administrative
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Research Interests/Research Plans
- Teaching Philosophy/Principles
Optional Documents
Title Assistant or Associate Professor of Education
Posting Number F00301JP
Department Education
Position Summary
Bowdoin College’s Department of Education invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty appointment in Education beginning July 1, 2027. Applicants at the Assistant and Associate level are encouraged to apply. The position subfield is open with a preference for candidates with a background in mathematics or data science and whose research involves Learning Sciences with a distinct focus on the development and role of artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching and learning. Bowdoin is particularly interested in candidates dedicated to undergraduate teaching and with a promise of long-term successful research. A Ph.D. in Education or a related field is expected by the date of the appointment.
Bowdoin’s Department of Education houses the Bowdoin Teacher Scholars (BTS) program that offers both current students and recent graduates the opportunity to become certified public school teachers. This hire will work in collaboration with current Education faculty to revise courses for the BTS pathway to include content related to AI.
Bowdoin’s Hastings Initiative for AI and Humanity aims to critically examine, thoughtfully utilize, and ethically guide AI’s trajectory. A $50 million dollar gift by Reed Hastings funds ten new faculty positions across disciplines; supports faculty in AI-related teaching, research, and creative work; sponsors workshops, symposia, and student research; and prepares the next generation of leaders to engage responsibly with the opportunities and challenges presented by artificial intelligence.
Bowdoin College offers opportunities for professional development, a fully-funded, year-long pre-tenure sabbatical leave (after three years of teaching and successful reappointment), and regular, generously funded, post-tenure sabbaticals. Support for teaching, grant submission, computing software, and community partnerships in courses is available. The College also offers robust programming and resources for establishing and enhancing mentoring networks.
At Bowdoin, we are committed to inclusive excellence, an ongoing collective practice that honors our institutional commitment to provide an outstanding liberal arts education and serve the common good. The College is home to talented students, faculty and staff and we encourage applications from candidates committed to the inclusive instruction and support of a diverse student population, and those who will enrich and contribute to the College’s multifaceted diversity.
Accessibility during the application and interview stages, as well as once employed, is a priority of the College: https://www.bowdoin.edu/accessibility/index.html. In addition, visa sponsorships for faculty hires are available.
Bowdoin College accepts only electronic submissions. Please submit:
1) a cover letter;
2) a curriculum vitae;
3) a description of your plans for research or creative work;
4) a statement that describes your teaching philosophy and practice, including how you create learning environments that prepare students to interact constructively with a diversity of people, spaces, situations, and ideas; and
5) the names and contact information for three references who have agreed to provide letters of recommendation. Letters will be automatically requested from the references of candidates invited for interviews.
Review of applications will begin September 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated hiring range for this appointment at the assistant professor rank without prior tenure-track experience is $92,000 – $98,000 annually and at the associate professor rank is $120,000 – $140,000. The salary offered will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s experience and with internal peer equity. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a satisfactory background check.
Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin’s reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine. Bowdoin’s campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston. Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses. For further information about the College and our department, please visit our website: http://www.bowdoin.edu.
Posting Date 07/08/2026
Applications Accepted Until
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
At the time of application, you will be required to include information for three references, including name, title, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.
Reference providers will receive an automatically-generated email from the application system if the application reaches a certain stage during the review process. The email will provide them a link to upload a confidential reference letter on your behalf.
You will not be able to view the reference letters but will be able to see how many have been submitted on your behalf.
Employment Category Full Time Year Round
Job Start Date 07/01/2027
Job Type Faculty
Background Check Package Requirements Faculty/Administrative
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Research Interests/Research Plans
- Teaching Philosophy/Principles
Optional Documents
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Education
Match your credentials to the specific role
TN visa classification for educators requires your degree field to correspond directly to the subject you'll teach. A biology degree supporting a chemistry faculty role can trigger denial. Confirm the match before applying.
Target institutions with active J-1 programs
Universities already sponsoring J-1 visa scholars have dedicated international hiring infrastructure and HR staff familiar with work authorization. They're more likely to process TN documentation without delays or internal approvals roadblocks.
Request a formal employment letter before crossing
Canadian applicants present their TN application at the port of entry. Your employer must provide a detailed offer letter stating your title, duties, salary, and intended duration. CBP officers adjudicate on the spot based on that document.
Search TN-specific job listings using Migrate Mate
Filter Education roles by TN visa sponsorship availability using Migrate Mate, which surfaces positions from employers already set up to hire Canadian and Mexican professionals without the H-1B lottery.
Clarify adjunct versus full-time classification upfront
CBP expects a clear professional employment relationship. Adjunct contracts with variable hours or multiple concurrent employers can complicate TN status. Confirm your employer will document the role as a professional, defined-term position.
Prepare credential evaluations for non-U.S. degrees
If your degree was earned outside the U.S. or Canada, a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator helps establish equivalency. Some CBP officers or employers request this documentation alongside the offer letter.
Education TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which education roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
The TN visa covers professionals in teaching roles at post-secondary institutions, including college professors, university lecturers, and researchers with faculty appointments. K-12 teaching positions are generally not covered under the TN category. The role must be a specialty occupation requiring at minimum a bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the subject matter being taught.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for education professionals?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and can be obtained at a port of entry the same day for Canadians. H-1B requires employer sponsorship months in advance and selection in a randomized lottery. For Canadian and Mexican educators with qualifying roles, TN is almost always faster and more predictable than pursuing H-1B registration.
How can I find education employers that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search education job listings filtered specifically for TN visa sponsorship. Most standard job searches don't surface work authorization details, so you end up applying to roles where the employer isn't prepared to support TN. Filtering by visa type from the start saves time and focuses your search on employers who are already set up to hire Canadian and Mexican professionals.
What documentation does my employer need to prepare for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a formal offer letter that includes your job title, a description of your duties, the degree field required, your credentials, your start date, and the length of employment. For Canadian applicants presenting at the border, this letter is your primary TN document. For Mexican nationals, it supports the visa application at a U.S. consulate.
Can I hold TN status while teaching at more than one institution?
Yes, but each employer must be listed in your TN documentation. If you add a second institution after your initial TN approval, that institution must also be authorized as part of your status. CBP or USCIS treats each employer relationship separately, so concurrent appointments require careful coordination to avoid working outside the scope of your approved status.