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Adjunct Professor of English roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a master's or doctoral degree in English, linguistics, or a closely related field. Sponsorship is more common at four-year institutions than community colleges, and the annual H-1B lottery means timing your job search around academic hiring cycles matters.
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An adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the division to which the adjunct faculty member belongs as well as the College as a whole.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What position does this position report to? Dean of Arts, English, and Humanities
What position(s) reports to this position? None.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours in the field of English Composition or comparable graduate courses.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Demonstrated positive human relations and communications skills
- Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or similar software
- Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles
- Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education
- Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system
- Able to work well as a team member in an instructional unit
- Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing
- Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts
- Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups
- Knowledge of or willingness to learn computerized tutorial programs
- Must be punctual and reliable
- Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs and Learning Management Systems used in the Division and on campus (such as MineOnline and Moodle)
- Organization and attention to detail
- Agreeable to meet stated expectations such as being available during office hours and providing means of communication with supervisor(s) and/or the Division office
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Sedentary work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
- PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
This position requires the person to frequently move about the classroom to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position.
This position requires the person to frequently listen to and communicate with students, faculty, and staff to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.
This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer, other office equipment and mobile devices to prepare instructional documents, answer email correspondence, and complete other activities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
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VISUAL ACUITY:
This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. -
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position’s essential functions are performed in an indoor classroom or office setting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
N/A
REQUIRED TRAINING WORK HOURS
Day, evening, weekend, and/or online as required by section assignment. May be asked to teach concurrent sections at local high schools.
DEPARTMENT
Division of Arts, English & Humanities
JOB OPEN DATE
07/22/2023
JOB CLOSE DATE
Open Until Filled
HR CONTACT
Beth Holmes
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring Master’s Degree and the 18 graduate level courses.
Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.
For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
INTRODUCTION
An adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the division to which the adjunct faculty member belongs as well as the College as a whole.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What position does this position report to? Dean of Arts, English, and Humanities
What position(s) reports to this position? None.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree with 18 graduate hours in the field of English Composition or comparable graduate courses.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Demonstrated positive human relations and communications skills
- Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or similar software
- Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles
- Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education
- Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system
- Able to work well as a team member in an instructional unit
- Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing
- Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts
- Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups
- Knowledge of or willingness to learn computerized tutorial programs
- Must be punctual and reliable
- Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs and Learning Management Systems used in the Division and on campus (such as MineOnline and Moodle)
- Organization and attention to detail
- Agreeable to meet stated expectations such as being available during office hours and providing means of communication with supervisor(s) and/or the Division office
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Sedentary work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
- PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
This position requires the person to frequently move about the classroom to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position.
This position requires the person to frequently listen to and communicate with students, faculty, and staff to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.
This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer, other office equipment and mobile devices to prepare instructional documents, answer email correspondence, and complete other activities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
-
VISUAL ACUITY:
This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. -
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position’s essential functions are performed in an indoor classroom or office setting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
N/A
REQUIRED TRAINING WORK HOURS
Day, evening, weekend, and/or online as required by section assignment. May be asked to teach concurrent sections at local high schools.
DEPARTMENT
Division of Arts, English & Humanities
JOB OPEN DATE
07/22/2023
JOB CLOSE DATE
Open Until Filled
HR CONTACT
Beth Holmes
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring Master’s Degree and the 18 graduate level courses.
Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.
For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
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Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires that an Adjunct Professor of English role normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. A general humanities degree may draw an RFE, so get official transcripts and a credential evaluation ready before applying.
Target four-year colleges over community colleges
Community colleges often hire adjuncts on semester contracts with no intent to sponsor visas. Four-year universities and private colleges with established HR and legal departments are far more likely to file an H-1B petition for English faculty positions.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter Migrate Mate's job board by role and location to find universities with confirmed LCA filing history for English faculty. This cuts out institutions that have never sponsored and focuses your applications where sponsorship is a real option.
Check prevailing wage tiers before salary negotiations
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the prevailing wage for postsecondary English teachers in your target city. Many adjunct offers fall below Level I wages, which creates LCA certification problems and can delay or sink your petition.
Align your application timeline with the H-1B cap
H-1B petitions are subject to an annual cap and lottery, with registration typically opening in the spring. Academic hiring for fall semesters often conflicts with this window, so discuss petition timing with the department chair before accepting any offer.
Ask HR whether the role is cap-exempt
Adjunct positions at nonprofit universities or institutions affiliated with a government research entity may qualify as cap-exempt, letting USCIS accept the petition year-round. Confirm this with the institution's HR or general counsel before ruling out a sponsoring offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Adjunct Professor of English role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but the institution must show the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in English, linguistics, rhetoric, or a closely related discipline. A role described as requiring 'any bachelor's degree' won't qualify. Strong course descriptions, department hiring standards, and your specific degree field all factor into how USCIS evaluates the petition.
Will community colleges sponsor an H-1B for an adjunct English instructor?
Rarely. Most community colleges hire adjuncts on short-term contracts at wages that fall below the DOL's prevailing wage thresholds, making LCA certification difficult. Four-year universities, graduate schools, and private liberal arts colleges are more realistic targets because they have the HR infrastructure and budget to support a full H-1B visa filing.
Can a master's degree in English satisfy the H-1B specialty occupation requirement?
Yes. A master's degree in English, creative writing, comparative literature, or applied linguistics is typically sufficient, and many hiring departments list it as the minimum qualification. A doctoral degree strengthens the case further, especially at research universities where the position involves graduate-level instruction or independent scholarship.
How do I find adjunct English teaching positions where the employer already sponsors visas?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA filing history for academic roles, so you can browse institutions that have already gone through the sponsorship process for similar positions. This saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship obstacles only after reaching the offer stage.
Does a TN visa work for an Adjunct Professor of English if I'm Canadian or Mexican?
Yes, if you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship. The TN visa covers college and university professors under the USMCA profession list, and English instruction at the postsecondary level qualifies. You'll need a letter from the institution confirming your role, your credentials, and the anticipated duration. TN status has no annual cap and no lottery, making it a faster path than H-1B for eligible nationals.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Adjunct Professor of English jobs?
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.