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Faculty Position roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA teacher category, covering postsecondary teaching at accredited colleges and universities. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry without a cap. Mexican citizens require consular processing. Your institution files the supporting documentation, and there is no lottery.
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A single PDF or Word document containing a cover letter addressing teaching and research interests, professional experience, and strengths relative to the qualifications and responsibilities cited above, CV, letter of interest, and a list of three (3) professional references is required to apply.
Important Instructions:
When prompted to upload your “resume”, upload your combined documents as one file.
- Please do not upload documents to “Cover Letter” or “References”.
If the required application materials were not uploaded at the “resume” prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file.
Job Summary
The Department of Psychology and Counseling at The University of Texas at Tyler invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Counseling to start in the Spring of 2027 or the Fall of 2027. This is a full-time tenured or tenure-track position with a nine-month academic year appointment in the clinical mental health counseling (CMHC) program in the Department of Psychology and Counseling within the School of Health Professions at the University of Texas at Tyler. The CACREP-accredited CMHC program at the University of Texas at Tyler is an in person 60-hour Master of Arts degree. Students who graduate with a degree from our program meet the coursework requirements for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Pursue an active scholarly research agenda.
- Teach graduate courses in counseling.
- Supervising CMHC students in their internship and practicum coursework.
- Advise counseling students.
- Provide service to the counseling profession at a local, state, and/or national levels, and participate collaboratively in program, department, college and university governance.
- A strong candidate for this position may also be considered for the role of Program Coordinator for the CMHC program. Responsibilities include providing leadership for the program, coordinating course scheduling, and preparing accreditation reports for CACREP.
- The faculty will also have opportunities to work and collaborate with our other psychology programs when desired.
- Maintain regular on-campus presence.
- Attend departmental meetings.
Required Qualifications
- Earned a doctorate in counselor education (preference given to applicants with a degree earned from a CACREP-accredited program) by August, 2027.
- Professional experience and research expertise in counseling and supervision in clinical settings.
- Evidence of university teaching and research activity appropriate for an assistant professor candidate.
- The ideal candidate will have demonstrated a strong professional counselor identity, the ability to conduct a focused and sustained program of research and scholarship, and experience teaching graduate students, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Additionally, applicants should have a license or be license eligible in Texas.
Other Information
About The University of Texas at Tyler
The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 14 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.
Designated an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tyler supports our surrounding region through innovation intended to uplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserve ecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highest Carnegie classification in East Texas.
Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.
With more than 80 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.
For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.
Why work for UT Tyler? Find out more: Why Work for UT Tyler?
Additional Information
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/offices/human-resources/employees/benefits.
EEO Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Required Application Materials
A single PDF or Word document containing a cover letter addressing teaching and research interests, professional experience, and strengths relative to the qualifications and responsibilities cited above, CV, letter of interest, and a list of three (3) professional references is required to apply.
Important Instructions:
When prompted to upload your “resume”, upload your combined documents as one file.
- Please do not upload documents to “Cover Letter” or “References”.
If the required application materials were not uploaded at the “resume” prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file.
Job Summary
The Department of Psychology and Counseling at The University of Texas at Tyler invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Counseling to start in the Spring of 2027 or the Fall of 2027. This is a full-time tenured or tenure-track position with a nine-month academic year appointment in the clinical mental health counseling (CMHC) program in the Department of Psychology and Counseling within the School of Health Professions at the University of Texas at Tyler. The CACREP-accredited CMHC program at the University of Texas at Tyler is an in person 60-hour Master of Arts degree. Students who graduate with a degree from our program meet the coursework requirements for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Pursue an active scholarly research agenda.
- Teach graduate courses in counseling.
- Supervising CMHC students in their internship and practicum coursework.
- Advise counseling students.
- Provide service to the counseling profession at a local, state, and/or national levels, and participate collaboratively in program, department, college and university governance.
- A strong candidate for this position may also be considered for the role of Program Coordinator for the CMHC program. Responsibilities include providing leadership for the program, coordinating course scheduling, and preparing accreditation reports for CACREP.
- The faculty will also have opportunities to work and collaborate with our other psychology programs when desired.
- Maintain regular on-campus presence.
- Attend departmental meetings.
Required Qualifications
- Earned a doctorate in counselor education (preference given to applicants with a degree earned from a CACREP-accredited program) by August, 2027.
- Professional experience and research expertise in counseling and supervision in clinical settings.
- Evidence of university teaching and research activity appropriate for an assistant professor candidate.
- The ideal candidate will have demonstrated a strong professional counselor identity, the ability to conduct a focused and sustained program of research and scholarship, and experience teaching graduate students, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Additionally, applicants should have a license or be license eligible in Texas.
Other Information
About The University of Texas at Tyler
The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 14 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.
Designated an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tyler supports our surrounding region through innovation intended to uplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserve ecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highest Carnegie classification in East Texas.
Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.
With more than 80 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.
For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.
Why work for UT Tyler? Find out more: Why Work for UT Tyler?
Additional Information
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/offices/human-resources/employees/benefits.
EEO Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Faculty Position
Match your credentials to TN requirements
The TN visa teacher category requires a degree in the field you'll teach. A business professor needs a business degree, not just a graduate credential in an adjacent area. Confirm your specific degree field maps to your course load before applying.
Target R1 and R2 research universities first
Research universities and large community college systems have dedicated international hiring offices and established TN filing workflows. Smaller liberal arts colleges may not have processed a TN before, which adds friction to your offer timeline.
Request the offer letter before semester deadlines
Faculty hiring cycles are fixed. Canadian applicants can get TN status at the port of entry in days, but your offer letter must specifically state your teaching duties and degree requirements. Missing the semester start date restarts the timeline.
Confirm your role is teaching, not purely research
The TN teacher category covers instruction at a college or university. Postdoctoral research fellows and visiting scholars without teaching duties may not qualify. Make sure your position description explicitly includes classroom or curriculum responsibilities.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring institutions
Search Migrate Mate to identify colleges and universities with recent visa filings for faculty roles. It filters by institution type and role, so you're applying to employers experienced with visa sponsorship rather than educating HR from scratch.
Prepare your USMCA documentation packet in advance
Canadian applicants present documentation directly to CBP. Bring your degree transcripts, a signed offer letter, and a support letter from the institution on official letterhead. Missing any one document at the border means you're turned away and must reschedule.
Faculty Position TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Faculty Position qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. The TN visa includes a teacher category that covers faculty at accredited colleges and universities. Your role must involve actual instruction, and your degree must be in the subject area you're teaching. Purely administrative academic roles or research-only appointments without teaching duties typically do not qualify under this category.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for faculty roles?
The TN visa has no lottery and no annual cap for Canadians, making it far more predictable than H-1B visa for faculty positions. Canadian applicants can get status at the port of entry within a day. H-1B requires a spring lottery, months of waiting, and approval before you can start. For faculty hiring cycles tied to academic calendars, TN is the more practical path.
What documentation does my institution need to provide?
Your institution must issue a formal offer letter that describes your teaching duties, confirms your position is at an accredited college or university, and specifies that a degree in your field is required. A separate support letter on official letterhead is also standard. Canadian applicants present these documents directly to CBP at the border rather than filing a petition with USCIS.
How can I find Faculty Position jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces faculty roles at institutions with recent visa sponsorship experience, so you're not sending cold applications to departments unfamiliar with the USMCA process. Filtering by institution type and visa category saves time and focuses your effort on employers experienced with supporting work visa candidates.
Can Mexican citizens use the TN visa for faculty roles?
Yes, but the process differs from the Canadian pathway. Mexican citizens must apply at a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than at the border, and TN status for Mexican nationals is subject to an annual numerical limit. Apply well before your intended start date to account for consular scheduling and any administrative processing time.