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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INTRODUCTION
Grow your teaching career with Bright Horizons, where you can make a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day. Learn from early education experts while having the opportunity to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost. Experience this and more as a Bright Horizons Assistant Teacher.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities:
- Assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children
- Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestones
- Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:
- 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
- 1 year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
- CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred
- Level 2 on Colorado Shines/ PDIS required
Physical Requirements
This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training.
If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons care and the employee.
- Frequently lift, carry, or hold children with a range of weight from 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight more than 40 pounds
- Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activities
- Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies
- Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements
The full set of physical requirements for this role can be reviewed at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions. Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.
This position requires in-person work in Golden, CO.
COMPENSATION
The hourly rate for this position is between $16.85-$20.95 per hour. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.
BENEFITS
Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Money-saving discounts and financial planning tools
- Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program
- Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family
Bright Horizons is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.
LIFE AT BRIGHT HORIZONS
At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.
Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

INTRODUCTION
Grow your teaching career with Bright Horizons, where you can make a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day. Learn from early education experts while having the opportunity to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost. Experience this and more as a Bright Horizons Assistant Teacher.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities:
- Assist with hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children
- Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestones
- Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:
- 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required
- 1 year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
- CDA, Associate, or bachelor’s degree in early education or related field is preferred
- Level 2 on Colorado Shines/ PDIS required
Physical Requirements
This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training.
If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons’ policies, procedures and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons care and the employee.
- Frequently lift, carry, or hold children with a range of weight from 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight more than 40 pounds
- Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activities
- Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies
- Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements
The full set of physical requirements for this role can be reviewed at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions. Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.
This position requires in-person work in Golden, CO.
COMPENSATION
The hourly rate for this position is between $16.85-$20.95 per hour. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.
BENEFITS
Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Money-saving discounts and financial planning tools
- Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program
- Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family
Bright Horizons is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.
LIFE AT BRIGHT HORIZONS
At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference. Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future — for yourself and for others.
Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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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 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 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.
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