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Kansas offers F-1 OPT opportunities across agriculture technology, engineering, aviation, and healthcare, with Wichita, Kansas City, and Lawrence serving as the main hiring hubs. The state's manufacturing base and growing bioscience sector generate consistent demand for international STEM graduates on OPT.
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High School Teaching
Date Posted:
6/11/2026
Location:
Central Office - Joyce School
(High-Needs School)
Date Available:
08/01/2026
Closing Date:
Until Filled
UCLC Virtual Education Teacher (Grades 9-12)
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Essential Performance Responsibilities
- Develops and administers school high school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
- Leads classroom instruction as by assigned grade level and/or content by following the KSDE State Standards. Uses the Board of Education's curriculum and engaging activities to promote learning.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed.
- Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of USD 214-Ulysses.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinates with other middle school professional staff members, especially within grade level and specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
- Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
- Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of high school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.
Qualifications Profile
- Certification/License: 6-12
- Kansas State Certification as a High School Teacher
- Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
Education
- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
- Masters Degree preferred.
Experience
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Type:
High School Teaching
Date Posted:
6/11/2026
Location:
Central Office - Joyce School
(High-Needs School)
Date Available:
08/01/2026
Closing Date:
Until Filled
UCLC Virtual Education Teacher (Grades 9-12)
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Essential Performance Responsibilities
- Develops and administers school high school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
- Leads classroom instruction as by assigned grade level and/or content by following the KSDE State Standards. Uses the Board of Education's curriculum and engaging activities to promote learning.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed.
- Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of USD 214-Ulysses.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinates with other middle school professional staff members, especially within grade level and specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
- Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
- Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of high school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.
Qualifications Profile
- Certification/License: 6-12
- Kansas State Certification as a High School Teacher
- Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
Education
- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
- Masters Degree preferred.
Experience
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
FLSA Status: Exempt
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Tips for Finding OPT Jobs in Kansas
Target STEM-heavy employers in Wichita's aviation corridor
Wichita is home to major aerospace manufacturers and their supply chains, which regularly hire engineering and computer science graduates on OPT. Focus your search on companies with established international hiring pipelines and active STEM OPT extension track records.
Leverage your university's OPT employer network
Kansas State University, the University of Kansas, and Wichita State maintain employer partnership programs specifically connecting OPT-eligible graduates with sponsoring companies. Career services offices often have lists of employers who have successfully hired international students before.
Use Migrate Mate to filter by OPT-eligible roles
Searching for F-1 OPT jobs in Kansas is more efficient when you can filter specifically for visa-sponsoring employers. Migrate Mate lets you browse Kansas opportunities already screened for OPT compatibility, saving time you'd otherwise spend vetting each employer individually.
Prioritize employers with existing OPT and H-1B sponsorship histories
Companies that have previously sponsored H-1B visa petitions are far more likely to support OPT employment and STEM extensions. Check DOL disclosure data to identify Kansas employers with active sponsorship histories before investing time in the application process.
Explore AgTech and bioscience roles in the Kansas City metro area
The Kansas side of the Kansas City metro has a growing concentration of agricultural technology and life sciences employers. These sectors frequently hire graduates in biology, data science, and chemical engineering, with many qualifying for STEM OPT extensions.
Apply before your OPT authorization window opens
Kansas employers, especially smaller manufacturers and regional firms, may need time to understand the OPT process. Starting applications three to four months before your program end date gives hiring managers room to complete onboarding paperwork before your work authorization begins.
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Which industries in Kansas sponsor the most F-1 OPT visas?
Aerospace and manufacturing lead F-1 OPT sponsorship in Kansas, driven by Wichita's aviation industry cluster. Engineering, information technology, and healthcare follow closely. Agricultural technology and bioscience are growing sectors, particularly in the Kansas City metro and Manhattan areas, where STEM OPT extensions are increasingly common.
Which cities in Kansas have the most F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Wichita has the highest concentration of F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Kansas, anchored by aerospace and manufacturing employers. The Kansas City metro area on the Kansas side offers strong options in technology, finance, and life sciences. Lawrence and Manhattan are university towns with employer networks closely tied to KU and Kansas State graduates.
What types of roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Kansas?
Roles in engineering disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering are among the most common qualifying positions. Software development, data analysis, and IT roles qualify broadly. In healthcare, clinical research and health informatics positions frequently qualify. Agricultural science and food technology roles tied to Kansas's core industries also commonly meet OPT eligibility requirements.
How do I find F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Kansas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters job listings by visa type, making it straightforward to find Kansas employers open to F-1 OPT candidates. Beyond that, your university's career center, DOL LCA disclosure data, and campus recruiting events at KU, Kansas State, and Wichita State are reliable channels for finding verified sponsoring employers.
Are there any Kansas-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship I should know about?
Kansas has a higher proportion of small and mid-size employers relative to major coastal metros, and some may be less familiar with OPT requirements. Coming prepared with a clear explanation of your work authorization timeline and STEM extension eligibility can be important. Roles tied to federal contractors in the aerospace sector may also have security clearance considerations worth clarifying early in the process.