Teaching Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Texas
Texas hosts thousands of teaching positions across its massive public school districts, private schools, and universities, with visa sponsorship available through employers like Houston ISD, Dallas ISD, Austin ISD, and major research universities including UT Austin and Texas A&M. International educators with specialized subject expertise, particularly in STEM fields, are actively recruited statewide.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Edinburg, Texas
College: College of Engineering and Computer Science
Department: College of Engineering and Computer Science / Informatics & Engineering Systems
Division: Provost - Academic Affairs
FTE: .5
Scope of Job
Maximum appointment is limited to twenty (20) hours per week (50% FTE) during the Fall and Spring semesters.
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications
The Teaching Assistant position is available to master’s students who are assigned to a specific faculty member who is assisting in their teaching duties. Duties will vary depending on the courses assigned, or other creative aspects.
Preferred Qualifications
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 09/01/2026
Open Date: 08/13/2026
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications must be submitted via the UTRGV application portal at https://careers.utrgv.edu. If you are applying for the first time, please complete all biographical information including address, email and phone. You may update this at any time by selecting to edit your profile in the application. A Criminal Background Check must be conducted for all applicants.
Location: Edinburg, Texas
College: College of Engineering and Computer Science
Department: College of Engineering and Computer Science / Informatics & Engineering Systems
Division: Provost - Academic Affairs
FTE: .5
Scope of Job
Maximum appointment is limited to twenty (20) hours per week (50% FTE) during the Fall and Spring semesters.
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications
The Teaching Assistant position is available to master’s students who are assigned to a specific faculty member who is assisting in their teaching duties. Duties will vary depending on the courses assigned, or other creative aspects.
Preferred Qualifications
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 09/01/2026
Open Date: 08/13/2026
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications must be submitted via the UTRGV application portal at https://careers.utrgv.edu. If you are applying for the first time, please complete all biographical information including address, email and phone. You may update this at any time by selecting to edit your profile in the application. A Criminal Background Check must be conducted for all applicants.
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Search Teaching Jobs in TexasTeaching Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
Which visa types are most common for teaching roles in Texas?
The H-1B visa is the most common pathway for teachers in Texas working in specialty occupation roles, typically requiring a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. The J-1 visa is widely used for cultural exchange teachers and visiting scholars at universities. Some school districts also sponsor teachers through the H-1B for STEM, bilingual, or special education positions where qualified U.S. candidates are scarce.
Which companies and school districts sponsor visas for teaching jobs in Texas?
Houston ISD, Dallas ISD, Austin ISD, and Fort Worth ISD are among the largest public school district employers in Texas with documented sponsorship histories, particularly for bilingual education and STEM teachers. On the higher education side, UT Austin, Texas A&M, Rice University, and Baylor University regularly sponsor international faculty and instructors through H-1B visa and J-1 visa petitions.
How to find teaching visa sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate filters teaching jobs in Texas specifically by visa sponsorship eligibility, saving you from sorting through postings that won't support work authorization. You can search by subject area, district type, or city to find roles that match your qualifications. Migrate Mate is designed for international job seekers, so every listing you see is relevant to your situation as a foreign national seeking employer sponsorship.
Which cities in Texas have the most teaching sponsorship jobs?
Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth have the highest concentration of sponsored teaching positions, driven by large urban school districts and major universities. Austin is a growing market, particularly for university instructors and STEM educators. San Antonio also has a meaningful share of bilingual teaching roles given its large Spanish-speaking population, and it's home to several university campuses that sponsor international faculty.
Are there any Texas-specific considerations for international teachers seeking sponsorship?
Texas requires teacher certification through the Texas Education Agency (TEA) for K-12 positions, and international candidates typically need to have their credentials evaluated for equivalency before a school district can finalize sponsorship. Texas has a particularly strong demand for bilingual and ESL-certified teachers due to its large English-learner student population, which can improve sponsorship prospects in those specializations. University roles generally have different credential requirements than K-12 positions.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored teaching jobs in Texas?
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.