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Learning Specialist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's teacher category, covering professionals who design and deliver training programs in corporate, educational, and government settings. Canadian citizens can enter without a lottery; Mexican citizens work through a consular appointment. A qualifying job offer and proof of your credentials are required before sponsorship begins.
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Get Access To All JobsSanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Work Shift:
8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Salary Range: $29.50 - $44.50
Union Position:
No
Department Details
The Clinical Learning Development Specialist serves as a staff development coordinator/clinical educator in long-term care settings. The work is diverse, meaningful and provides an opportunity to directly impact care delivery through education and training. In addition to serving as a clinical educator, the individual in this position will serve as a CNA Program instructor conducting skills labs and clinical experiences. The team is dynamic, innovative and supportive with a strong sense of collaboration and service delivery.
- Monday - Friday, Days
- No holidays or direct care shifts required
- One year long-term care experience preferred.
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Summary
Responsible for assessing, planning, coordinating, teaching, and/or evaluating education and training programs within designated assigned areas/locations while providing leadership and coordination for nursing and inter-professional initiatives and projects.
Job Description
Serve as a member of the Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) team, part of a centralized education model. Collaborate with leaders, clinical staff and Sanford operations to identify strategies to educate, mentor and coach staff to enhance their professional development and ability to perform at the top of their scope of practice. Assess, plan, coordinate, teach and/or evaluate nursing education and training within assigned area/location(s). Develop alternative methodologies for education based on adult learning principles. Lead and coordinate nursing education at the bedside to support evidence-based practice, nursing initiatives and achieve excellence in nursing and quality outcomes. Assist with skills validations and ongoing competencies.
Qualifications
Graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program required, including, but not limited to, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). Bachelor’s degree in nursing required. A minimum of one year of hands-on clinical experience required based on licensure. Demonstrated involvement in clinical process improvement initiatives or education activities preferred. Compact (NLC) state. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers within the first 60 days employment.
Professional nursing certification in specialty area is encouraged when eligible.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Work Shift:
8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Salary Range: $29.50 - $44.50
Union Position:
No
Department Details
The Clinical Learning Development Specialist serves as a staff development coordinator/clinical educator in long-term care settings. The work is diverse, meaningful and provides an opportunity to directly impact care delivery through education and training. In addition to serving as a clinical educator, the individual in this position will serve as a CNA Program instructor conducting skills labs and clinical experiences. The team is dynamic, innovative and supportive with a strong sense of collaboration and service delivery.
- Monday - Friday, Days
- No holidays or direct care shifts required
- One year long-term care experience preferred.
&
Summary
Responsible for assessing, planning, coordinating, teaching, and/or evaluating education and training programs within designated assigned areas/locations while providing leadership and coordination for nursing and inter-professional initiatives and projects.
Job Description
Serve as a member of the Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) team, part of a centralized education model. Collaborate with leaders, clinical staff and Sanford operations to identify strategies to educate, mentor and coach staff to enhance their professional development and ability to perform at the top of their scope of practice. Assess, plan, coordinate, teach and/or evaluate nursing education and training within assigned area/location(s). Develop alternative methodologies for education based on adult learning principles. Lead and coordinate nursing education at the bedside to support evidence-based practice, nursing initiatives and achieve excellence in nursing and quality outcomes. Assist with skills validations and ongoing competencies.
Qualifications
Graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program required, including, but not limited to, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). Bachelor’s degree in nursing required. A minimum of one year of hands-on clinical experience required based on licensure. Demonstrated involvement in clinical process improvement initiatives or education activities preferred. Compact (NLC) state. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers within the first 60 days employment.
Professional nursing certification in specialty area is encouraged when eligible.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Learning Specialist
Align your credentials to the teacher category
The TN visa teacher category requires a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in a field directly related to the training you'll deliver. A degree in education, instructional design, or organizational development strengthens your case more than a general business credential.
Translate foreign transcripts before your job search
Canadian and Mexican transcripts in French or Spanish need certified English translations before a U.S. employer can evaluate your qualifications. Getting this done early prevents delays once a hiring manager requests documentation during the offer stage.
Target employers with dedicated L and D functions
Companies with standalone learning and development departments are already structured to support TN sponsorship for this role. Corporate training teams at large healthcare systems, financial institutions, and technology firms regularly hire Learning Specialists and understand the documentation requirements.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Searching broadly wastes time on employers who won't sponsor. Migrate Mate filters Learning Specialist roles by TN visa sponsorship history so you're applying only where the infrastructure and willingness to sponsor already exist.
Request a support letter that names the training programs
Your offer letter must describe your specific duties in enough detail to satisfy CBP or a consular officer. Ask your employer to name the actual curricula, platforms, or employee populations you'll serve, not just a generic job title.
Clarify your status at the border if entering from Canada
Canadian citizens apply for TN status directly at a port of entry, so you'll present your offer letter, credentials, and any supporting materials to a CBP officer on the day you cross. Bringing organized, tabbed documentation reduces inspection time significantly.
Learning Specialist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Learning Specialist role qualify for a TN visa?
Yes, but classification depends on how the role is described. CBP adjudicates Learning Specialist positions under the teacher category of the USMCA professional list. The position must involve designing or delivering educational or training programs, and you must hold a degree in a directly related field such as instructional design, education, or organizational learning.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Learning Specialist roles?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start as soon as you have an offer and your documents are in order. H-1B visa requires a lottery selection in April and a wait until October at the earliest. For Learning Specialist roles that clearly fit the teacher category, TN is a faster and more predictable path than H-1B.
Where can I find Learning Specialist jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship type, which makes the search inefficient. Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN visa candidates and surfaces Learning Specialist roles where employers have a documented history of sponsoring professionals under USMCA. You can search by role and filter by sponsorship status rather than guessing from job postings.
Can a Mexican citizen get TN sponsorship for a Learning Specialist position?
Yes. Mexican citizens qualify for TN status for Learning Specialist roles under the same USMCA teacher category as Canadian citizens. The key difference is process: Mexican nationals apply at a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than at a port of entry. You'll need a valid job offer, proof of citizenship, and degree credentials before scheduling your consular appointment.
What happens to my TN status if my Learning Specialist role changes significantly?
If your core duties shift enough that the position no longer fits the teacher category, your TN status may no longer cover the new role. Material changes in job scope, employer, or work location generally require a new TN approval before you begin working under the changed terms. Discuss any significant restructuring with your employer before it takes effect.