After School Teacher Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
After school teacher jobs can qualify for H-1B visa or TN visa sponsorship when the role requires a bachelor's degree in education or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before sponsoring, and state teaching credentials often factor into specialty occupation eligibility.
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Get Access To All JobsPosition: After-School Kinder Teacher (Northern Oaks Campus)
Location: Great Hearts Northern Oaks (17223 Jones Maltsberger Rd. San Antonio 78247)
Reports To: Campus Coordinator
FLSA Status: Part-Time; Hourly
Position Description:
- Part-time afternoon position supporting kindergartners in homework, enrichment, and fun.
- Teachers will conduct a daily activity following a provided lesson plan.
- Lessons and activities include reading, athletics, logic games, art, music, etc.
Company description: Great Hearts Academies is a non-profit network of charter schools dedicated to improving education by developing excelling public schools. We prepare our graduates for success in the best colleges and universities in the nation, but our main purpose is the formation of the soul, heart, and mind. We believe that the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually, and morally.
Benefits:
- Make an impact and build community with students and other educators.
- Gain experience in the classroom with on-the-job coaching and development.
Qualifications
Some college (preferably with education or liberal arts major), experience with children, excellent communication skills, and ability to lead and teach children.
Requirements
- Must complete Texas Department of Public Safety fingerprint clearance and background check.
- Applicants must be at least 18 years of age by their start date.
- Physical functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 50 pounds approximately.
US Work Authorization is required.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position: After-School Kinder Teacher (Northern Oaks Campus)
Location: Great Hearts Northern Oaks (17223 Jones Maltsberger Rd. San Antonio 78247)
Reports To: Campus Coordinator
FLSA Status: Part-Time; Hourly
Position Description:
- Part-time afternoon position supporting kindergartners in homework, enrichment, and fun.
- Teachers will conduct a daily activity following a provided lesson plan.
- Lessons and activities include reading, athletics, logic games, art, music, etc.
Company description: Great Hearts Academies is a non-profit network of charter schools dedicated to improving education by developing excelling public schools. We prepare our graduates for success in the best colleges and universities in the nation, but our main purpose is the formation of the soul, heart, and mind. We believe that the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually, and morally.
Benefits:
- Make an impact and build community with students and other educators.
- Gain experience in the classroom with on-the-job coaching and development.
Qualifications
Some college (preferably with education or liberal arts major), experience with children, excellent communication skills, and ability to lead and teach children.
Requirements
- Must complete Texas Department of Public Safety fingerprint clearance and background check.
- Applicants must be at least 18 years of age by their start date.
- Physical functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 50 pounds approximately.
US Work Authorization is required.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an After School Teacher
Match your degree to the role
Specialty occupation status depends on your degree field directly aligning with the instructional subject. A bachelor's in elementary education supports a general after school teacher role; a degree in mathematics strengthens a STEM-focused position. Check O*NET for the occupation's typical education requirements.
Verify your state credential transfers
Many after school programs require or prefer state-issued teaching licenses. If you hold a credential from outside the U.S., have it evaluated by a NACES-approved agency before applying. Employers use that evaluation to confirm specialty occupation when filing with USCIS.
Target nonprofits and school districts first
School districts and registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits that run after school programs are often cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning your petition avoids the annual lottery entirely. Confirm cap-exempt status directly with the employer before accepting an offer.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate for after school teacher roles at employers with verified LCA sponsorship history. Filtering by employers who have filed for education roles narrows your list to organizations already set up to sponsor, cutting your research time significantly.
Request a prevailing wage check early
Your employer must certify through an LCA that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your location and role. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your city before salary negotiations so you know the floor.
Clarify PERM timing if you want a green card
If your employer is open to sponsoring permanent residence, ask whether they'll start PERM labor certification during your H-1B period. After school teaching roles typically fall under EB-2 or EB-3, and starting PERM early protects your priority date in case of backlogs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an after school teacher role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. A general childcare or homework-help role may not qualify, but a subject-specific or curriculum-led position backed by a relevant degree typically does. The employer's job description and your credentials both matter.
Can after school employers sponsor TN visas for Canadian or Mexican teachers?
Yes, if you're Canadian or Mexican and the role fits the USMCA Teacher category. The TN visa Teacher designation covers primary and secondary education, and some after school programs qualify if the work involves curriculum delivery rather than general supervision. You'll need a bachelor's degree in education or the subject you teach, and the employer provides a support letter.
Do after school programs typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Many after school programs run through school districts, universities, or nonprofit organizations, which are often cap-exempt H-1B employers. That means they can file petitions year-round without entering the annual lottery. For-profit after school companies are cap-subject and face the standard selection process. Confirming the employer's tax status before applying saves significant time.
Where can I find after school teacher jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists after school teacher roles at employers with verified sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which organizations will actually file. Search by location and role type to find positions at school districts, nonprofits, and education organizations already set up to sponsor.
Does a 3-year bachelor's degree from Australia or the UK qualify for H-1B sponsorship as an after school teacher?
USCIS evaluates foreign degrees for U.S. equivalency. A three-year bachelor's from Australia, the UK, or similar systems is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, particularly in education, when reviewed by a credential evaluation agency. Your employer includes that evaluation in the H-1B petition to satisfy the specialty occupation degree requirement.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored After School Teacher 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.