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Education Specialist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty, classifying under the College/University Instructor or Social Worker categories depending on your specific duties. Canadian citizens can enter at the port of entry without a cap; Mexican citizens require a consular appointment. A relevant bachelor's degree and a confirmed U.S. employer offer are required.
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Resource Education Specialist II (Student Development Specialist II)
Agency
Texas A&M University at Galveston
Department
Student Assistance Services
Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,750.00 monthly
Job Location
Galveston, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
A Glimpse of the Job
This position works within the University’s Student Affairs Division, collaborating across the university to match students to basic need resources. The Student Assistance Services Department administers the campus food pantry, the 12th Van transportation service, non-clinical case management, and other vital resources connected to supporting students experiencing food insecurity and/or financial hardship. The Resource Education Specialist II, under the direction of the Director, provides professional assistance for the advisement, coordination, and organization of student developmental programs, activities, and/or services for Student Assistance Services and the 1973 Center.
Essential Duties/Tasks
Food Pantry Coordination and Resource Management
- Develops, organizes, and supervises the pantry volunteer program to maintain the food pantry stocking & cleaning.
- Scheduling food drives for the campus food pantry.
- Prepares administrative reports for the pantry usage.
- Advises students through the application process for community resources, ie, SNAP.
- Manage the lounge(s) supported by the department for operation support. Will require driving using a University vehicle.
Assessment
- Design and implement assessment strategies to evaluate student needs, and program effectiveness.
- Collect, analyze, and report data on service utilization, demographics, and food insecurity trends among students.
- Assist in using assessment findings to inform program improvements, resource allocation, and strategic planning.
- Aid in preparing reports and presentations to communicate impact to campus leadership and external stakeholders. Will require driving using a University vehicle.
- Collaborate with institutional committees to align evaluation with broader student success metrics. Will require driving using a University vehicle.
Student Outreach
- Collaborates with student organizations and departments to educate the campus about SAS resources. Will require driving using a University vehicle.
- Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers to ensure efficient and respectful service delivery within the pantry.
- Manages social media, internal, and external messaging for outreach to the 1973 Center.
- Mentors and support students through 1:1 check-ins; tracking consultations through Maxient or Navigate. Will require driving using a University vehicle.
- Establishes and maintains relationships with outside campus resources supporting the mission of SAS.
Representation and Other
- Represents SAS in campuswide efforts including presentations, which may require driving using a university vehicle.
- Serves on committees to advocate for students' needs.
- Drives university vehicles for events and meetings including supporting the basic need resources & 12th Van.
- Participates in department and division wide activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned to support the department.
What you need to know
Salary: $45,000 annually
Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section.
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 1 year experience in student affairs work or related specialty.
Required Licenses and Certifications
- Valid driver’s license and clear driving record.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with PantrySoft and MAXIENT software.
- Experience with transportation services and logistics.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Demonstrate an understanding of food insecurity and financial-related issues among college students.
- Experience partnering with student organizations and/or community resources.
- Demonstrate organizational, administrative, listening and problem-solving skills.
- Experience and comfort with public speaking.
- Exercise discretion and uphold the confidentiality of student records.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent lifting of 25lbs or more
- Handling food
Other Requirements and Factors
- Attends meetings & conferences concerning students and/or with student groups at times beyond usual working hours.
- This position is security sensitive.
- This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures.
- All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements.
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Job Title
Resource Education Specialist II (Student Development Specialist II)
Agency
Texas A&M University at Galveston
Department
Student Assistance Services
Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,750.00 monthly
Job Location
Galveston, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
A Glimpse of the Job
This position works within the University’s Student Affairs Division, collaborating across the university to match students to basic need resources. The Student Assistance Services Department administers the campus food pantry, the 12th Van transportation service, non-clinical case management, and other vital resources connected to supporting students experiencing food insecurity and/or financial hardship. The Resource Education Specialist II, under the direction of the Director, provides professional assistance for the advisement, coordination, and organization of student developmental programs, activities, and/or services for Student Assistance Services and the 1973 Center.
Essential Duties/Tasks
Food Pantry Coordination and Resource Management
- Develops, organizes, and supervises the pantry volunteer program to maintain the food pantry stocking & cleaning.
- Scheduling food drives for the campus food pantry.
- Prepares administrative reports for the pantry usage.
- Advises students through the application process for community resources, ie, SNAP.
- Manage the lounge(s) supported by the department for operation support. Will require driving using a University vehicle.
Assessment
- Design and implement assessment strategies to evaluate student needs, and program effectiveness.
- Collect, analyze, and report data on service utilization, demographics, and food insecurity trends among students.
- Assist in using assessment findings to inform program improvements, resource allocation, and strategic planning.
- Aid in preparing reports and presentations to communicate impact to campus leadership and external stakeholders. Will require driving using a University vehicle.
- Collaborate with institutional committees to align evaluation with broader student success metrics. Will require driving using a University vehicle.
Student Outreach
- Collaborates with student organizations and departments to educate the campus about SAS resources. Will require driving using a University vehicle.
- Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers to ensure efficient and respectful service delivery within the pantry.
- Manages social media, internal, and external messaging for outreach to the 1973 Center.
- Mentors and support students through 1:1 check-ins; tracking consultations through Maxient or Navigate. Will require driving using a University vehicle.
- Establishes and maintains relationships with outside campus resources supporting the mission of SAS.
Representation and Other
- Represents SAS in campuswide efforts including presentations, which may require driving using a university vehicle.
- Serves on committees to advocate for students' needs.
- Drives university vehicles for events and meetings including supporting the basic need resources & 12th Van.
- Participates in department and division wide activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned to support the department.
What you need to know
Salary: $45,000 annually
Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section.
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 1 year experience in student affairs work or related specialty.
Required Licenses and Certifications
- Valid driver’s license and clear driving record.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with PantrySoft and MAXIENT software.
- Experience with transportation services and logistics.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Demonstrate an understanding of food insecurity and financial-related issues among college students.
- Experience partnering with student organizations and/or community resources.
- Demonstrate organizational, administrative, listening and problem-solving skills.
- Experience and comfort with public speaking.
- Exercise discretion and uphold the confidentiality of student records.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent lifting of 25lbs or more
- Handling food
Other Requirements and Factors
- Attends meetings & conferences concerning students and/or with student groups at times beyond usual working hours.
- This position is security sensitive.
- This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures.
- All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements.
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Education Specialist
Match your degree to the role category
TN classification depends on whether your position maps to College/University Instructor or Social Worker. Your degree field must align with your assigned duties. A mismatch between your credential and job description is the most common reason TN applications for Education Specialists are questioned at the border.
Request a duty-specific offer letter
Ask your employer to describe your responsibilities in terms of the USMCA category, not just a job title. Generic offer letters that say 'Education Specialist' without linking duties to a recognized TN classification give CBP officers grounds to deny entry.
Target K-12 districts and university systems directly
School districts and post-secondary institutions are the most consistent sponsors for Education Specialist roles because they understand credential requirements and have HR departments familiar with work authorization. Filtering your search by institution type improves your odds of finding sponsorship-ready employers.
Use Migrate Mate to find experienced visa sponsors
Searching for education employers experienced with visa sponsorship from scratch wastes weeks. Migrate Mate surfaces roles at employers with recent visa filings, so you can focus your applications on organizations already comfortable with the sponsorship process rather than educating a skeptical HR team from scratch.
Get your credentials evaluated before your offer arrives
Canadian and Mexican degrees in education or counseling may need a foreign credential evaluation to confirm U.S. equivalency. Ordering this evaluation before you start interviewing means you can hand the document to your employer immediately, avoiding delays between offer acceptance and TN filing.
Prepare for port-of-entry approval as a Canadian applicant
Canadians apply for TN status directly at a U.S. land border or airport, so your entire application package must be complete and self-explanatory. Bring your offer letter, credential evaluation, degree transcripts, and any state licensure documentation. CBP officers make an immediate decision with no opportunity to supplement later.
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Find Education Specialist JobsEducation Specialist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Education Specialist job title qualify for TN visa status?
It depends on your actual duties, not just your title. TN classification is granted by function, not job name. Education Specialists whose work involves instructing at a college or university level fall under the College/University Instructor category. Those providing counseling or social services may qualify under Social Worker. Your offer letter must make this connection explicit for CBP to approve entry.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Education Specialist roles?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, meaning you can start working as soon as CBP approves your application at the port of entry. H-1B requires a lottery selection that only about one in three applicants wins in a given year. For Mexican citizens, TN has a separate annual allocation, but it still avoids the H-1B lottery entirely. Both require employer sponsorship and a qualifying degree.
Where can I find Education Specialist jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by visa category, which makes identifying TN-sponsoring employers time-consuming. Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN and other work visa job seekers, letting you search for Education Specialist roles at employers with confirmed TN filing experience so you aren't starting the sponsorship conversation from zero.
Can a Mexican Education Specialist get TN status, and how does the process differ from Canada?
Yes, Mexican citizens are eligible for TN status, but the process differs significantly. Mexican applicants must apply for a TN visa at a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than at the port of entry. This requires scheduling a consular interview, completing the DS-160 form, and paying the MRV fee. Processing timelines depend on consulate workload and can take several weeks, so plan accordingly before accepting an offer with a hard start date.
What happens if my Education Specialist TN application is denied at the border?
CBP officers can deny TN admission on the spot if your documentation doesn't clearly support classification under a recognized USMCA category. If denied, you can reapply immediately with corrected documentation, but you'll need to fix the underlying issue first, whether that's a vague offer letter, a mismatched degree field, or missing licensure documentation. There's no formal appeal process for CBP port-of-entry denials, so getting the paperwork right before you arrive is the only reliable safeguard.
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