Instructional Assistant Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Colorado
Instructional assistant jobs in Colorado span K-12 districts like Denver Public Schools and Jefferson County Public Schools, as well as higher education institutions including the University of Colorado and Colorado State University. Most openings concentrate in the Denver metro, Boulder, and Fort Collins. International candidates can find visa-sponsored roles across special education, STEM support, and bilingual programs.
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Get Access To All JobsApplications will be received until August 10th. 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.
About this job:
Provides expertise specific to Multilingual Learners, including instruction, leadership, operations, program planning, coordination and implementation with the goal of increased academic achievement for Multilingual Learners and the full implementation and sustainability of the District's Multilingual Education (MLE) program. Responsible for improving student achievement by providing individualized support to schools, leading professional learning communities for teacher leaders and school leaders, designing and leading district professional learning for teachers and partnering with Directors of Schools.
What DPS Offers You:
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- $75,457 - $90,548. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. For more information visit our New Employee Resources.
What You'll Do:
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In partnership with the academics team, develops and facilitates cycles of professional learning in multilingual education for the District and its school teams to ensure schools meet measurable student outcomes tied to district priorities, such as rigorous standards-based instruction, culturally responsive teaching, instructional systems and data-driven instruction.
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Facilitates learning cycles across schools, including collaboratively setting learning goals, engaging in observations and coaching participants.
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Models exemplar culturally sustaining practices for teacher leaders, such as instructional planning at the unit and lesson level, data meetings and feedback and coaching conversations.
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Analyzes district local assessment data and classroom observations and uses it to inform school support.
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Works collaboratively on a team to achieve actionable and observable results at the student level; contributes to a strong team culture grounded in district values and a commitment to excellence and service to schools.
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Develops professional learning and coaching opportunities for teachers and leaders on best practices for supporting the achievement of multilingual learners.
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Supports with district adoption and implementation of MLE curriculum, including ELD and bilingual programming.
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Provides support and advice on school designation management, staffing, paraprofessional allocation, Instructional Services Advisory (ISA) teams, parent advisory committee engagement and budget development for MLE program schools.
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor's degree in education or related field
- Master's degree preferred
- Four years teaching experience in relevant subject area with at least two years of experience in coaching other teachers
- Previous experience working in an urban district with Multilingual Learners
- 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 August 10th. 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.
About this job:
Provides expertise specific to Multilingual Learners, including instruction, leadership, operations, program planning, coordination and implementation with the goal of increased academic achievement for Multilingual Learners and the full implementation and sustainability of the District's Multilingual Education (MLE) program. Responsible for improving student achievement by providing individualized support to schools, leading professional learning communities for teacher leaders and school leaders, designing and leading district professional learning for teachers and partnering with Directors of Schools.
What DPS Offers You:
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- $75,457 - $90,548. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. For more information visit our New Employee Resources.
What You'll Do:
-
In partnership with the academics team, develops and facilitates cycles of professional learning in multilingual education for the District and its school teams to ensure schools meet measurable student outcomes tied to district priorities, such as rigorous standards-based instruction, culturally responsive teaching, instructional systems and data-driven instruction.
-
Facilitates learning cycles across schools, including collaboratively setting learning goals, engaging in observations and coaching participants.
-
Models exemplar culturally sustaining practices for teacher leaders, such as instructional planning at the unit and lesson level, data meetings and feedback and coaching conversations.
-
Analyzes district local assessment data and classroom observations and uses it to inform school support.
-
Works collaboratively on a team to achieve actionable and observable results at the student level; contributes to a strong team culture grounded in district values and a commitment to excellence and service to schools.
-
Develops professional learning and coaching opportunities for teachers and leaders on best practices for supporting the achievement of multilingual learners.
-
Supports with district adoption and implementation of MLE curriculum, including ELD and bilingual programming.
-
Provides support and advice on school designation management, staffing, paraprofessional allocation, Instructional Services Advisory (ISA) teams, parent advisory committee engagement and budget development for MLE program schools.
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor's degree in education or related field
- Master's degree preferred
- Four years teaching experience in relevant subject area with at least two years of experience in coaching other teachers
- Previous experience working in an urban district with Multilingual Learners
- 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 companies and institutions sponsor visas for instructional assistants in Colorado?
The most active sponsoring employers for instructional assistants in Colorado are large K-12 districts and universities. Denver Public Schools, Jefferson County Public Schools, and Aurora Public Schools periodically sponsor H-1B visa or TN visas for specialized roles. The University of Colorado system and Colorado State University also sponsor instructional staff, particularly for positions requiring subject-matter expertise or bilingual qualifications.
Which visa types are most common for instructional assistant roles in Colorado?
H-1B is the most commonly used visa for instructional assistants where the role qualifies as a specialty occupation, typically requiring a bachelor's degree in education or a related field. TN status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying education roles. J-1 visa exchange visitor visas are also used by some Colorado universities for instructional staff participating in structured academic exchange programs.
Which cities in Colorado have the most instructional assistant sponsorship jobs?
Denver leads in volume due to the size and diversity of Denver Public Schools and the concentration of higher education institutions nearby. Boulder and Fort Collins follow closely, driven by the University of Colorado Boulder and Colorado State University campuses. Aurora and Lakewood also see regular openings, reflecting the large multilingual student populations in those districts that create demand for bilingual instructional support.
How to find instructional assistant visa sponsorship jobs in Colorado?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find instructional assistant visa sponsorship jobs in Colorado. The platform filters specifically for roles where employers have a documented history of sponsoring work visas, saving you from applying to positions that will not support international candidates. You can filter by state and role type, making it straightforward to surface Colorado instructional assistant openings with sponsorship potential.
What should international candidates know about instructional assistant hiring in Colorado?
Colorado's high proportion of English Language Learner students, particularly in the Denver metro and along the Front Range, creates consistent demand for instructional assistants with bilingual skills in Spanish, Somali, or Arabic. Many sponsoring districts require state paraprofessional licensure or a qualifying associate degree. Candidates should confirm their credentials meet Colorado Department of Education standards before applying, as licensure requirements can affect whether an employer can initiate sponsorship.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored instructional assistant 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.