School Nurse Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Iowa
Iowa school nurse jobs with visa sponsorship are available across the state's public school districts, hospital-based school health programs, and large unified districts like Des Moines Public Schools and Cedar Rapids Community School District. Demand is steady in both urban centers and rural communities, where qualified school nurses remain in short supply.
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DMPS is seeking a Science teacher for the 26-27 school year for an immediate start. Teachers with any Science or STEM endorsement, or those with a valid teaching license willing to obtain a conditional endorsement, are encouraged to apply.
Schools currently hiring for this position include:
- McCombs Middle School
TITLE: TCHR General Education Teacher K-12
POSITION TYPE: TCHR
HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:
Required:
- Valid Iowa teaching license (appropriate endorsement code for teaching assignment).
- Knowledge of subject, curriculum, effective teaching methods.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in oral and written communications.
Desired:
- Previous classroom teaching experience.
- Experience in an urban school district.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Responsible for planning and delivering a high-quality educational program to meet children’s academic and social-emotional needs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Deliver daily lessons, aligned to state and district standards that meet students’ individual needs and ensure growth.
- Create a culturally inclusive classroom that meets the academic and social emotional needs of students.
- Participate in building and district professional learning communities to plan for instruction, analyze data, and create assessments.
- Monitor student learning on a daily basis. Use multiple data points to guide and individualize instruction.
- Communicate with families on a regular basis.
- Participate in professional development.
- Demonstrate consistent progress on meeting the eight Iowa Teaching Standards.
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):
- Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
- Assist with other duties as may be assigned.
DEPARTMENT: Teaching and Learning
REPORTS TO: Building Administrator(s)
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Building Administrator(s), Directors of Elementary and Secondary Education, Curriculum Coordinator
BARGAINING AGREEMENT: DMEA
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
FT/PT: Full Time (7.75 hour day), (Contract days vary by assignment)
Physical Requirements: Standing, walking, sitting, bending/stooping, reaching/pushing/pulling, lifting carrying
WORKING CONDITIONS: Mostly indoors with some outdoor responsibilities during recess and arrival/dismissal
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Employee Benefits Information
All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.
Approved By: Maureen Norris
Date: 10/04/2018
INTRODUCTION
DMPS is seeking a Science teacher for the 26-27 school year for an immediate start. Teachers with any Science or STEM endorsement, or those with a valid teaching license willing to obtain a conditional endorsement, are encouraged to apply.
Schools currently hiring for this position include:
- McCombs Middle School
TITLE: TCHR General Education Teacher K-12
POSITION TYPE: TCHR
HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:
Required:
- Valid Iowa teaching license (appropriate endorsement code for teaching assignment).
- Knowledge of subject, curriculum, effective teaching methods.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in oral and written communications.
Desired:
- Previous classroom teaching experience.
- Experience in an urban school district.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Responsible for planning and delivering a high-quality educational program to meet children’s academic and social-emotional needs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Deliver daily lessons, aligned to state and district standards that meet students’ individual needs and ensure growth.
- Create a culturally inclusive classroom that meets the academic and social emotional needs of students.
- Participate in building and district professional learning communities to plan for instruction, analyze data, and create assessments.
- Monitor student learning on a daily basis. Use multiple data points to guide and individualize instruction.
- Communicate with families on a regular basis.
- Participate in professional development.
- Demonstrate consistent progress on meeting the eight Iowa Teaching Standards.
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):
- Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
- Assist with other duties as may be assigned.
DEPARTMENT: Teaching and Learning
REPORTS TO: Building Administrator(s)
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Building Administrator(s), Directors of Elementary and Secondary Education, Curriculum Coordinator
BARGAINING AGREEMENT: DMEA
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
FT/PT: Full Time (7.75 hour day), (Contract days vary by assignment)
Physical Requirements: Standing, walking, sitting, bending/stooping, reaching/pushing/pulling, lifting carrying
WORKING CONDITIONS: Mostly indoors with some outdoor responsibilities during recess and arrival/dismissal
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Employee Benefits Information
All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.
Approved By: Maureen Norris
Date: 10/04/2018
School Nurse Job Roles in Iowa
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Search School Nurse Jobs in IowaSchool Nurse Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies and school districts sponsor visas for school nurses in Iowa?
The largest public school districts in Iowa are the most active employers for school nurses, including Des Moines Public Schools, Cedar Rapids Community School District, Davenport Community Schools, and Iowa City Community School District. Hospital systems with school-based health programs, such as UnityPoint Health and MercyOne, have also hired school nurses in partnership with district contracts. Sponsorship availability varies by district budget and staffing needs each hiring cycle.
Which visa types are most common for school nurse roles in Iowa?
H-1B visa is the most commonly used visa for school nurses in Iowa, as Registered Nurse positions with a BSN degree typically qualify as specialty occupations. Some nurses working under EB-3 immigrant visa petitions have also been sponsored by larger Iowa districts. TN visa status is available for Canadian and Mexican nurses under USMCA. J-1 visa exchange visitor visas are occasionally used but come with restrictions that limit long-term employment.
Which cities in Iowa have the most school nurse visa sponsorship jobs?
Des Moines has the highest concentration of school nurse openings due to the size of its public school district and the presence of major healthcare systems. Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Iowa City, and Sioux City round out the top markets, each supported by substantial school enrollment numbers. Rural districts throughout central and western Iowa also actively recruit school nurses but have historically had fewer resources for visa sponsorship processing.
How to find school nurse visa sponsorship jobs in Iowa?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find school nurse roles in Iowa that include visa sponsorship. You can filter specifically by the school nurse role and Iowa to see verified sponsoring employers without sorting through listings that don't offer work visa support. Because school districts post positions on irregular schedules tied to the academic year, checking Migrate Mate regularly between February and May gives you the best window into active openings.
Are there state-specific requirements or considerations for school nurses seeking sponsorship in Iowa?
Iowa requires school nurses to hold a valid Iowa Registered Nurse license issued by the Iowa Board of Nursing, and many districts also require or prefer a School Nurse endorsement through the Iowa Department of Education. Internationally trained nurses must have their credentials evaluated and may need to complete NCLEX-RN before licensure. Employers initiating H-1B sponsorship must certify that the offered wage meets prevailing wage standards set by the Department of Labor for the relevant Iowa county.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored school nurse jobs in Iowa?
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.