6th Grade Teacher Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Colorado
6th grade teacher visa sponsorship jobs in Colorado appear across Denver Public Schools, Jefferson County Public Schools, and Aurora Public Schools, among other large districts. Front Range cities and mountain communities both hire internationally, particularly through J-1 visa exchange teacher programs. Colorado's diverse, growing student population drives steady demand for qualified middle school educators.
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Get Access To All JobsApplications will be received until November 12, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.
Dates Needed: November 5, 2026 - January 29, 2027
About this job:
A Long-Term Substitute is responsible for teaching appropriate grade level standard-based curriculum to students, following school/district approved curriculum while the classroom teacher is absent for an extended period of time.
What DPS Offers You:
A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary: $31.503 per hour.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.
What You'll Do:
- Counsels students to encourage and support student achievement.
- Monitors, supervises, coordinates, and enforces rule of conduct and behavior of assigned students and reinforces positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
- Observes, evaluates, reports, and records students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Prepares educational course outlines, objectives, and materials according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements.
- Establishes and communicates clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects to students.
- Presents subject matter to students, using various teaching methods and technology, adjusting teaching style and method to meet student learning style.
- Instructs students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods (e.g., lectures, technology, discussions).
- Prepares, administers, assigns, and grades tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, reporting grades using District software.
- Prepares student, attendance and activity reports as required by administrators.
- Communicates with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems and coordinates instructional efforts.
What You’ll Need:
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field.
- Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license. Click here for additional information regarding specific requirements and qualifications for the various subject areas (DPS does accept a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days.)
- Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
- Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
- Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun
Applications will be received until November 12, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.
Dates Needed: November 5, 2026 - January 29, 2027
About this job:
A Long-Term Substitute is responsible for teaching appropriate grade level standard-based curriculum to students, following school/district approved curriculum while the classroom teacher is absent for an extended period of time.
What DPS Offers You:
A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary: $31.503 per hour.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.
What You'll Do:
- Counsels students to encourage and support student achievement.
- Monitors, supervises, coordinates, and enforces rule of conduct and behavior of assigned students and reinforces positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
- Observes, evaluates, reports, and records students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Prepares educational course outlines, objectives, and materials according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements.
- Establishes and communicates clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects to students.
- Presents subject matter to students, using various teaching methods and technology, adjusting teaching style and method to meet student learning style.
- Instructs students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods (e.g., lectures, technology, discussions).
- Prepares, administers, assigns, and grades tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, reporting grades using District software.
- Prepares student, attendance and activity reports as required by administrators.
- Communicates with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems and coordinates instructional efforts.
What You’ll Need:
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field.
- Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license. Click here for additional information regarding specific requirements and qualifications for the various subject areas (DPS does accept a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days.)
- Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
- Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
- Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun
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Which visa types realistically fit 6th grade teacher roles in Colorado?
The J-1 exchange visitor visa is the most common path for international 6th grade teachers in Colorado. It requires a designated sponsor organization and covers cultural exchange teaching placements. The H-1B visa can apply if the district treats the role as a specialty occupation requiring a relevant bachelor's degree, though it is subject to an annual cap and selection process. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 is possible for longer-term placements.
Which school districts sponsor visas for 6th grade teachers in Colorado?
Denver Public Schools, Jefferson County Public Schools, Aurora Public Schools, and Cherry Creek School District are among the larger Colorado districts with histories of international teacher recruitment. Some districts partner with J-1 exchange program sponsors to manage the visa process. Smaller rural districts occasionally sponsor internationally when facing shortages in core subjects like math or science at the middle school level.
Which cities in Colorado have the most 6th grade teacher sponsorship jobs?
Denver and its surrounding Front Range metro communities, including Aurora, Lakewood, Thornton, and Westminster, concentrate the most 6th grade teacher positions due to district size and enrollment growth. Colorado Springs has several large districts as well. Rural and mountain districts in areas like Pueblo, Grand Junction, and the San Luis Valley occasionally sponsor international teachers to fill persistent shortages.
How to find 6th grade teacher visa sponsorship jobs in Colorado?
Migrate Mate lists 6th grade teacher positions at Colorado school districts that have documented visa sponsorship activity, letting you search specifically by role and state. This saves time compared to contacting districts individually to ask about sponsorship. Because sponsorship practices vary by district and hiring cycle, checking Migrate Mate regularly during Colorado's spring and summer hiring season gives you the best view of current openings.
Are there any Colorado-specific considerations for international 6th grade teachers?
Colorado requires teacher licensure through the Colorado Department of Education, and international candidates must have their credentials evaluated for equivalency before receiving a license. Many districts recruit internationally for bilingual and dual-language 6th grade classrooms, particularly in Spanish, which can improve sponsorship prospects. Colorado's growing student population, especially along the Front Range, means middle school teacher demand has remained consistently strong in recent years.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored 6th grade teacher jobs in Colorado?
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.