Teaching Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Arizona
Teaching visa sponsorship jobs in Arizona are concentrated in K-12 districts and universities across Phoenix, Tucson, and the East Valley. Large employers like Tempe Union High School District, Tucson Unified School District, and Arizona State University have historically supported work visa sponsorship for qualified educators and academic staff in specialized subject areas.
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Location: Great Hearts Academies - Phoenix Valley
Reports To: Headmaster
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
We're looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX).
Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.
Teaching Assistant and Apprentice Teacher roles at Great Hearts:
- As a K-5 Teaching Assistant, you support the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core Knowledge curriculum. A bachelor’s degree is not required for this role.
- As an Apprentice Teacher, you function as a second teacher in the classroom, without shouldering the burden of all planning, grading/evaluation, parent communications.
- Through mentorship with a Master Teacher, you learn the craft of teaching in a classical, liberal arts primary-school environment.
- Many of our ATs become lead teachers at either lower or upper schools (assuming a bachelor’s degree).
Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty:
- Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost.
- Matching 401K program.
- Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Support and advance the mission of Great Hearts by contributing to a respectful, intellectually vibrant school community.
- Collaborate with teachers to support instruction, student learning, and daily classroom activities.
- Uphold school policies and promote an orderly, professional learning environment.
- Participate in faculty meetings, school events, conferences, and assigned duties.
- Pursue ongoing professional growth and a deepening knowledge of the classical tradition.
Required/Preferred Education:
- Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
- Some locations (e.g. Title I schools) may require assistant teachers to have an AA, 60 hours of college credit, or be able to pass a ParaPro proficiency exam before beginning work.
US work authorization is required, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Title: Assistant Teacher/Apprentice Teacher
Location: Great Hearts Academies - Phoenix Valley
Reports To: Headmaster
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
We're looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX).
Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.
Teaching Assistant and Apprentice Teacher roles at Great Hearts:
- As a K-5 Teaching Assistant, you support the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core Knowledge curriculum. A bachelor’s degree is not required for this role.
- As an Apprentice Teacher, you function as a second teacher in the classroom, without shouldering the burden of all planning, grading/evaluation, parent communications.
- Through mentorship with a Master Teacher, you learn the craft of teaching in a classical, liberal arts primary-school environment.
- Many of our ATs become lead teachers at either lower or upper schools (assuming a bachelor’s degree).
Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty:
- Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost.
- Matching 401K program.
- Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Support and advance the mission of Great Hearts by contributing to a respectful, intellectually vibrant school community.
- Collaborate with teachers to support instruction, student learning, and daily classroom activities.
- Uphold school policies and promote an orderly, professional learning environment.
- Participate in faculty meetings, school events, conferences, and assigned duties.
- Pursue ongoing professional growth and a deepening knowledge of the classical tradition.
Required/Preferred Education:
- Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
- Some locations (e.g. Title I schools) may require assistant teachers to have an AA, 60 hours of college credit, or be able to pass a ParaPro proficiency exam before beginning work.
US work authorization is required, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Search Teaching Jobs in ArizonaTeaching Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
Which visa types are most common for teaching roles in Arizona?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for postsecondary and specialty teaching roles, particularly at universities and colleges like Arizona State University and University of Arizona. J-1 visa Exchange Visitor visas are widely used for K-12 teachers through cultural exchange programs. Some school districts also sponsor O-1 visas for educators with distinguished academic credentials or specialized expertise.
Which cities in Arizona have the most teaching sponsorship jobs?
Phoenix and its East Valley suburbs, including Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, and Scottsdale, have the highest concentration of teaching sponsorship opportunities, driven by large unified school districts and several major universities. Tucson is the second-largest hub, anchored by the University of Arizona and Tucson Unified School District. Flagstaff also sees activity through Northern Arizona University.
Which companies and institutions sponsor visas for teaching roles in Arizona?
Arizona State University, the University of Arizona, and Northern Arizona University are among the most active visa sponsors for faculty and academic teaching staff. At the K-12 level, Tempe Union High School District, Mesa Unified School District, and Tucson Unified School District have sponsored teachers, particularly in high-need subject areas such as special education, mathematics, and science.
How to find teaching visa sponsorship jobs in Arizona?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters teaching roles in Arizona by visa sponsorship availability, saving time compared to manually reviewing hundreds of postings. You can browse open positions at K-12 districts, community colleges, and universities across the state, with filters for location and role type, all in one place designed for candidates who need employer sponsorship.
Are there any Arizona-specific considerations for teaching visa sponsorship candidates?
Arizona requires state teaching certification for K-12 public school roles, which international candidates must obtain separately from the visa process. This can affect hiring timelines, so districts typically sponsor educators who already hold or are eligible for an Arizona teaching certificate. For university faculty roles, a terminal degree in the relevant field is generally expected before a sponsoring institution will initiate an H-1B petition.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored teaching jobs in Arizona?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.