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Education roles have some unique visa advantages. H-1B visas for teachers and researchers at universities and nonprofit institutions are cap-exempt, meaning you skip the lottery entirely. J-1 visa exchange visitor visas are also widely used in education. K-12 teaching sponsorship is possible but less common and subject to the H-1B visa cap. Target universities, research institutions, and school districts with known sponsorship programs. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Title: Educational Specialist (Fabrication Lab)
Position Number: 0079522
Hiring Unit: School of Architecture
Location: Honolulu, HI
Date Posted: 06/11/2026
Closing Date: 06/30/2026
Band: B
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Month: 11-month
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: To begin approximately August 2026. Renewal of position dependent upon satisfactory performance and availability of funds.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of the Fabrication Workshop during instructional use by architectural courses and studio projects.
- Train and supervise students, faculty, and research staff in utilizing the shop workspace and in the operation of all woodworking and fabrication equipment.
- Maintain technical proficiency and strict adherence to safety protocols when operating the laser cutter, CNC equipment, and all associated software.
- Safely operate and maintain the laser cutter, CNC equipment, and all related software. Develop competency in 3D modular CNC skills to expand and enhance the technical capabilities of the 3D Lab.
- Perform work requiring the use of specialized equipment, requires devising and improvising new methods and techniques for using equipment.
- Provide up-to-date training to students, faculty, and research/UHCDC staff on the Laser Cutter and CNC Equipment use.
- Implement and conduct training and enforcement of all workshop safety procedures in accordance with industry, state and federal standards.
- Train and supervise all students, faculty, and research staff on utilizing the shop workspace and in the operation of all woodworking and fabrication equipment.
- Develop, recommend, and institute policies and procedures governing the workshop space.
- Hire and supervise student employees in the workshop.
- Conduct student workshops in Digital Fabrication, Furniture Design, Design Build, and related areas.
- Contribute to upkeep of the School's facilities including light maintenance, furniture repair, and disposal. Research equipment needs and provide cost comparisons for design studio spaces, including choices of desks, chairs, and communication boards. Acquire and supervise external contractors. Initiate and coordinate work by UHM Facilities Management.
- Assess and recommend facilities needs working in conjunction with the Dean up to and including procurement.
- Act as coordinator for student projects in connection with accreditation purposes including storage and presentation.
- Attend scheduled school meetings.
- Ensure a safe and orderly working environment in the Fabrication Workshop.
- Maintain the budget for the workshop.
- Maintain tools and equipment so that they are in good working order and condition.
- Maintain inventory of tools and equipment in the workshop.
- Research and purchase material and equipment.
- Determine need for new and replacement materials and equipment for the shop.
- Keep apprised of technological development and innovation in the design field and apply learning to the shop operations and teachings to keep current with industry developments.
- Support the research faculty and the UHCDC by consulting on fabrication materials, processes, digital fabrication, technical guidance and workspace for their projects.
- Research, develop, and implement programs that leverage the unique resources of the school's 3D Lab to assist in outreach to prospective students, community groups, and practicing professionals.
- Other duties as assigned.
Denotes Essential Function
Minimum Qualifications
- Extensive professional building, woodworking, or fabrication experience.
- Familiarity with design workflows typically used by architects and designers.
- Ability to manage shop schedules, equipment access, material storage, purchasing, inventory, and workflow.
- Ability to train individuals and groups on the use of hand tools, hand held power tools, stationary bench tools (table saw, jointer, band saws, etc.), laser cutters and related metal/wood shop equipment demonstrated by knowledge, understanding and ability to apply concepts and terminology.
- Software ability or willingness to learn and attend training courses as required.
- Experience managing budgets, procurement, inventory, equipment scheduling, and maintenance logs.
- Experience developing safety manuals, certification systems, equipment-use policies, or shop-access protocols.
- Knowledge of OSHA or related safety practices, risk management, dust collection, ventilation, fire safety, PPE, and hazardous material handling.
- Leadership to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all shop users, despite experience level.
- Ability to work independently while coordinating closely with faculty and school leadership.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially when working with students, faculty, staff, and outside vendors.
- Ability to draw on broad professional experience, synthesizing new ideas for improving institutional norms.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience training students, leading workshops, or developing instructional materials.
- Ability to collaborate with faculty to support research, course assignments, studio projects, fabrication workshops, and design-build initiatives.
- Comfort with providing technical feedback in support of student projects.
- Grant writing experience.
To Apply:
- Cover letter that addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and desirable qualifications
- Resume
- Names and contact information (telephone numbers and email addresses) of at least three professional references
- Official transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position (copies of official transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to completion of hiring).
Late and/or incomplete (applications that do not include all four documents) will not be considered. All documents become the property of the school.
Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
Inquiries: Charlene Lagondino, lagondin@hawaii.edu
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
Description
Title: Educational Specialist (Fabrication Lab)
Position Number: 0079522
Hiring Unit: School of Architecture
Location: Honolulu, HI
Date Posted: 06/11/2026
Closing Date: 06/30/2026
Band: B
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Month: 11-month
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: To begin approximately August 2026. Renewal of position dependent upon satisfactory performance and availability of funds.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of the Fabrication Workshop during instructional use by architectural courses and studio projects.
- Train and supervise students, faculty, and research staff in utilizing the shop workspace and in the operation of all woodworking and fabrication equipment.
- Maintain technical proficiency and strict adherence to safety protocols when operating the laser cutter, CNC equipment, and all associated software.
- Safely operate and maintain the laser cutter, CNC equipment, and all related software. Develop competency in 3D modular CNC skills to expand and enhance the technical capabilities of the 3D Lab.
- Perform work requiring the use of specialized equipment, requires devising and improvising new methods and techniques for using equipment.
- Provide up-to-date training to students, faculty, and research/UHCDC staff on the Laser Cutter and CNC Equipment use.
- Implement and conduct training and enforcement of all workshop safety procedures in accordance with industry, state and federal standards.
- Train and supervise all students, faculty, and research staff on utilizing the shop workspace and in the operation of all woodworking and fabrication equipment.
- Develop, recommend, and institute policies and procedures governing the workshop space.
- Hire and supervise student employees in the workshop.
- Conduct student workshops in Digital Fabrication, Furniture Design, Design Build, and related areas.
- Contribute to upkeep of the School's facilities including light maintenance, furniture repair, and disposal. Research equipment needs and provide cost comparisons for design studio spaces, including choices of desks, chairs, and communication boards. Acquire and supervise external contractors. Initiate and coordinate work by UHM Facilities Management.
- Assess and recommend facilities needs working in conjunction with the Dean up to and including procurement.
- Act as coordinator for student projects in connection with accreditation purposes including storage and presentation.
- Attend scheduled school meetings.
- Ensure a safe and orderly working environment in the Fabrication Workshop.
- Maintain the budget for the workshop.
- Maintain tools and equipment so that they are in good working order and condition.
- Maintain inventory of tools and equipment in the workshop.
- Research and purchase material and equipment.
- Determine need for new and replacement materials and equipment for the shop.
- Keep apprised of technological development and innovation in the design field and apply learning to the shop operations and teachings to keep current with industry developments.
- Support the research faculty and the UHCDC by consulting on fabrication materials, processes, digital fabrication, technical guidance and workspace for their projects.
- Research, develop, and implement programs that leverage the unique resources of the school's 3D Lab to assist in outreach to prospective students, community groups, and practicing professionals.
- Other duties as assigned.
Denotes Essential Function
Minimum Qualifications
- Extensive professional building, woodworking, or fabrication experience.
- Familiarity with design workflows typically used by architects and designers.
- Ability to manage shop schedules, equipment access, material storage, purchasing, inventory, and workflow.
- Ability to train individuals and groups on the use of hand tools, hand held power tools, stationary bench tools (table saw, jointer, band saws, etc.), laser cutters and related metal/wood shop equipment demonstrated by knowledge, understanding and ability to apply concepts and terminology.
- Software ability or willingness to learn and attend training courses as required.
- Experience managing budgets, procurement, inventory, equipment scheduling, and maintenance logs.
- Experience developing safety manuals, certification systems, equipment-use policies, or shop-access protocols.
- Knowledge of OSHA or related safety practices, risk management, dust collection, ventilation, fire safety, PPE, and hazardous material handling.
- Leadership to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all shop users, despite experience level.
- Ability to work independently while coordinating closely with faculty and school leadership.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially when working with students, faculty, staff, and outside vendors.
- Ability to draw on broad professional experience, synthesizing new ideas for improving institutional norms.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience training students, leading workshops, or developing instructional materials.
- Ability to collaborate with faculty to support research, course assignments, studio projects, fabrication workshops, and design-build initiatives.
- Comfort with providing technical feedback in support of student projects.
- Grant writing experience.
To Apply:
- Cover letter that addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and desirable qualifications
- Resume
- Names and contact information (telephone numbers and email addresses) of at least three professional references
- Official transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position (copies of official transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to completion of hiring).
Late and/or incomplete (applications that do not include all four documents) will not be considered. All documents become the property of the school.
Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
Inquiries: Charlene Lagondino, lagondin@hawaii.edu
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
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Target nonprofit universities for cap-exempt H-1B positions
Nonprofit colleges and universities are exempt from the H-1B annual cap, meaning no lottery and year-round filing. Administrative, academic support, and student services roles at these institutions all qualify for cap-exempt processing. Search university job boards like HigherEdJobs.com and Chronicle Vitae specifically for positions that require education-related degrees.
Explore school counseling and psychology for shortage-area advantage
School counselors, school psychologists, and school social workers face severe shortages in most U.S. states. If you hold a master's degree in counseling or psychology, public school districts may actively recruit you and sponsor your H-1B. The American School Counselor Association reports student-to-counselor ratios far exceeding recommended levels in many states.
Consider edtech companies for education roles outside schools
Education technology companies need professionals who understand pedagogy, curriculum design, and learning outcomes. Companies like Coursera, Canvas (Instructure), Blackboard, and major textbook publishers hire instructional designers, learning experience designers, and education researchers. These are private-sector H-1B roles that combine education expertise with technology.
Use OPT strategically after a U.S. education degree
If you completed a master's in education, counseling, or instructional design at a U.S. university, your 12 months of OPT provide time to demonstrate value to an employer. Some education programs have been reclassified under STEM-eligible CIP codes, so check whether your specific program qualifies for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. This can provide up to 36 months of total work authorization.
Look into J-1 opportunities beyond classroom teaching
J-1 exchange visitor categories include research scholars, professors, and trainees - not just classroom teachers. University staff positions, research roles in education policy, and administrative training programs may qualify under different J-1 categories. These placements provide U.S. experience and professional connections that can lead to H-1B sponsorship.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of education roles beyond teaching can be sponsored?
Education administration, school counseling, curriculum development, instructional design, and educational technology roles can all be sponsored through H-1B visas. University positions - including academic advisors, admissions officers, and student affairs professionals - at nonprofit institutions are often H-1B cap-exempt. The key requirement is that the role typically requires at least a bachelor's degree in a related field.
Are university education roles easier to sponsor than K-12?
Universities and colleges that are nonprofit institutions are H-1B cap-exempt, meaning they can file petitions year-round without going through the lottery. This is a significant advantage over private K-12 schools, which are subject to the cap. Public K-12 school districts are also cap-exempt, so the comparison depends on whether the K-12 employer is public or private.
How to find Education jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Education jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international candidates with sponsoring employers. Focus on universities, international schools, and educational institutions that commonly sponsor H-1B, J-1 visa, or O-1 visas for teachers, professors, and education administrators. These employers often have established visa sponsorship programs for qualified education professionals.
Can education technology professionals get sponsored?
Yes, edtech roles at companies like Coursera, Khan Academy, Duolingo, or major publishing houses (Pearson, McGraw-Hill) may qualify for H-1B sponsorship. This is particularly true for positions requiring degrees in instructional design, learning science, or computer science. Edtech roles that blend technical skills with education expertise can be strong H-1B candidates because they require specialized knowledge.
What about school counselor or school psychologist roles?
School counselors and school psychologists are in high demand across U.S. school districts, and many states classify these as shortage occupations. These roles typically require a master's degree, which strengthens the H-1B specialty occupation argument. Public school districts can file cap-exempt H-1B petitions for counselors and psychologists just as they do for classroom teachers.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Education jobs?
When a U.S. employer sponsors a foreign worker for a work visa, they are legally required to pay at least the "prevailing wage" — the average wage paid to workers in the same occupation, in the same geographic area, with similar experience. This is set by the Department of Labor to prevent employers from hiring foreign workers at below-market rates. The prevailing wage varies significantly by role, location, and experience level — for example, a education in Texas will have a different prevailing wage than the same role in a smaller state. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search.