Education Assistant Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Education assistant jobs in U.S. schools and tutoring centers can qualify for H-1B visa or TN visa sponsorship when the role requires a bachelor's degree in education or a related field. Districts and private employers filing a Labor Condition Application must meet DOL prevailing wage standards before you can start.
Find Education Assistant JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 164+ Education Assistant jobs
See all 164+ Education Assistant Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Education Assistant roles.
Get Access To All JobsJob Description
Position Summary:
The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance (SMTD) seeks an Assistant Professor of Practice of Music Education, specializing in Music Education (K-12 General Music). This full-time, non-tenure-track position will contribute to the leadership, direction, and growth of well-established undergraduate and graduate degree programs in music education. This faculty position is dedicated to teaching two upper-division methods courses in elementary music education, student teacher observation, and student teacher seminar. In addition to these classes, other potential teaching responsibilities may include keyboard competency specific to music education, graduate courses in music education, musicianship classes in music education, and other related music education courses.
This faculty member is expected to proactively attract and recruit undergraduate and graduate music education majors; cultivate relationships with CSU Alumni and teachers across Colorado for student teaching and job placements; place and supervise students in practicum and student teaching; develop and maintain record of refereed scholarly engagement within the field of music education appropriate to a 10% effort distribution; maintain and develop partner relationships with the CSU School of Education; participate in School governance, School Events, and demonstrate strong leadership within the state of Colorado, Western region, and emerging leadership in general music education within the United States. Faculty rank and title are commensurate with degree status.
For full consideration, please apply by November 30, 2026, 11: 59 PM (MT).
Work Unit Description:
The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance at Colorado State University empowers students to create, collaborate, innovate, and inspire. Through teaching, creative artistry, research, advocacy, and service, we elevate arts education.
The school offers degrees in music education, music therapy, performance, jazz studies, conducting, composition, theatrical performance, musical theatre, design and technology, including costumes, lighting, projections, set design, and sound, as well as the dance B.F.A.
Essential Job Duties:
Teaching (80%):
- This faculty position is dedicated to two upper-division methods courses in elementary music education, student teacher observation, and student teacher seminar.
- Other classes may include: keyboard competency specific to music education, graduate courses in music education, musicianship classes in music education, and other related music education courses.
Research/Creative Activity (10%):
- Develop and maintain record of peer-reviewed scholarly publications and/or state, regional, and national research/practitioner presentations within the field of music education appropriate to a 10% effort.
Service (10%):
- Cultivate relationships with CSU Alumni and teachers across Colorado for student teaching and job placement.
- Proactively attract and recruit undergraduate and graduate music education majors.
- Contribute to the leadership, direction, and growth of well-established undergraduate and graduate degree programs in music education.
- Place and supervise students in practicum and student teaching.
- Participate in School governance, School Events, and demonstrate strong leadership within the state of Colorado, Western region, and emerging leadership in string music education within the United States.
Conditions of Employment:
Pre-employment Background Check (required for all new hires).
Supervision:
This position reports to the Chair of the department.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Earned Doctorate in Music Education or ABD conferred no later than August 16, 2027, in the relevant discipline.
- Minimum of three + years of successful elementary music teaching experience in public schools.
- State Teaching Licensure in K-12 Music (or equivalent [e.g., 6-12 license in instrumental music is acceptable]; license may be currently lapsed but needs to have been active within the timeframe of your K-12 teaching as referenced by listing the state, title of license, and license number on your CV).
- Demonstrated record or the potential for peer-reviewed scholarly presentations and/or publications in known regional and/or national music education journals and a clearly defined line of inquiry is required.
- Interest in advocacy and regional/national leadership in music education and active involvement in national and/or international music education organizations required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Five + years of successful elementary music teaching experience in public schools.
- Experience teaching undergraduate and graduate-level college students in music education is preferred.
- Demonstrated initiative as a self-starter and ability to work well independently and as a part of a team.
- Evidence of preparation and experience in one or more established approaches to elementary general music teaching (e.g. Orff, Kodály, Gordon Music Learning Theory, Dalcroze, Feierabend, etc.).
Application Instructions:
For full consideration, interested applicants must submit the following:
- Letter of interest/Cover letter (2-page maximum).
- Curriculum vitae, which should clearly detail your State Teaching Licensure number (where applicable) for K12 teaching positions, your research publication record, narrative regarding your research agenda, and evidence of advocacy and leadership.
- Unofficial transcript for highest degree conferred.
- Statement of teaching philosophy (1-page maximum).
Please Note: Semi-finalists will be asked to submit a 20–30-minute teaching video (can be of K-12 teaching, or teaching at the college level), a sample course syllabus for a preservice string techniques course, and names and contact information for 3 professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.
For questions, please contact the search chair, Tim Burns (Tim.Burns@colostate.edu).
Salary Range
$58,000 to $62,000
Required Application Documents
To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Statement of Teaching/Research Philosophy, Transcripts
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Description
Position Summary:
The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance (SMTD) seeks an Assistant Professor of Practice of Music Education, specializing in Music Education (K-12 General Music). This full-time, non-tenure-track position will contribute to the leadership, direction, and growth of well-established undergraduate and graduate degree programs in music education. This faculty position is dedicated to teaching two upper-division methods courses in elementary music education, student teacher observation, and student teacher seminar. In addition to these classes, other potential teaching responsibilities may include keyboard competency specific to music education, graduate courses in music education, musicianship classes in music education, and other related music education courses.
This faculty member is expected to proactively attract and recruit undergraduate and graduate music education majors; cultivate relationships with CSU Alumni and teachers across Colorado for student teaching and job placements; place and supervise students in practicum and student teaching; develop and maintain record of refereed scholarly engagement within the field of music education appropriate to a 10% effort distribution; maintain and develop partner relationships with the CSU School of Education; participate in School governance, School Events, and demonstrate strong leadership within the state of Colorado, Western region, and emerging leadership in general music education within the United States. Faculty rank and title are commensurate with degree status.
For full consideration, please apply by November 30, 2026, 11: 59 PM (MT).
Work Unit Description:
The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance at Colorado State University empowers students to create, collaborate, innovate, and inspire. Through teaching, creative artistry, research, advocacy, and service, we elevate arts education.
The school offers degrees in music education, music therapy, performance, jazz studies, conducting, composition, theatrical performance, musical theatre, design and technology, including costumes, lighting, projections, set design, and sound, as well as the dance B.F.A.
Essential Job Duties:
Teaching (80%):
- This faculty position is dedicated to two upper-division methods courses in elementary music education, student teacher observation, and student teacher seminar.
- Other classes may include: keyboard competency specific to music education, graduate courses in music education, musicianship classes in music education, and other related music education courses.
Research/Creative Activity (10%):
- Develop and maintain record of peer-reviewed scholarly publications and/or state, regional, and national research/practitioner presentations within the field of music education appropriate to a 10% effort.
Service (10%):
- Cultivate relationships with CSU Alumni and teachers across Colorado for student teaching and job placement.
- Proactively attract and recruit undergraduate and graduate music education majors.
- Contribute to the leadership, direction, and growth of well-established undergraduate and graduate degree programs in music education.
- Place and supervise students in practicum and student teaching.
- Participate in School governance, School Events, and demonstrate strong leadership within the state of Colorado, Western region, and emerging leadership in string music education within the United States.
Conditions of Employment:
Pre-employment Background Check (required for all new hires).
Supervision:
This position reports to the Chair of the department.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Earned Doctorate in Music Education or ABD conferred no later than August 16, 2027, in the relevant discipline.
- Minimum of three + years of successful elementary music teaching experience in public schools.
- State Teaching Licensure in K-12 Music (or equivalent [e.g., 6-12 license in instrumental music is acceptable]; license may be currently lapsed but needs to have been active within the timeframe of your K-12 teaching as referenced by listing the state, title of license, and license number on your CV).
- Demonstrated record or the potential for peer-reviewed scholarly presentations and/or publications in known regional and/or national music education journals and a clearly defined line of inquiry is required.
- Interest in advocacy and regional/national leadership in music education and active involvement in national and/or international music education organizations required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Five + years of successful elementary music teaching experience in public schools.
- Experience teaching undergraduate and graduate-level college students in music education is preferred.
- Demonstrated initiative as a self-starter and ability to work well independently and as a part of a team.
- Evidence of preparation and experience in one or more established approaches to elementary general music teaching (e.g. Orff, Kodály, Gordon Music Learning Theory, Dalcroze, Feierabend, etc.).
Application Instructions:
For full consideration, interested applicants must submit the following:
- Letter of interest/Cover letter (2-page maximum).
- Curriculum vitae, which should clearly detail your State Teaching Licensure number (where applicable) for K12 teaching positions, your research publication record, narrative regarding your research agenda, and evidence of advocacy and leadership.
- Unofficial transcript for highest degree conferred.
- Statement of teaching philosophy (1-page maximum).
Please Note: Semi-finalists will be asked to submit a 20–30-minute teaching video (can be of K-12 teaching, or teaching at the college level), a sample course syllabus for a preservice string techniques course, and names and contact information for 3 professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.
For questions, please contact the search chair, Tim Burns (Tim.Burns@colostate.edu).
Salary Range
$58,000 to $62,000
Required Application Documents
To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Statement of Teaching/Research Philosophy, Transcripts
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
See all 164+ Education Assistant Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Education Assistant roles.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Education Assistant
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
Education assistant roles only qualify for H-1B sponsorship if the employer requires a bachelor's degree in education, child development, or a directly related field. Check the O*NET profile for your specific job title to confirm how the role is classified before applying.
Target districts with prior LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to search education employers with verified LCA filing history for classroom and instructional support roles, so you're applying to districts that have already navigated the sponsorship process rather than ones encountering it for the first time.
Distinguish paraprofessional from professional tiers
Many school districts split education assistant roles into paraprofessional tracks that don't require a degree and professional tracks that do. Only the professional tier typically supports H-1B sponsorship, so confirm the job posting's minimum education requirement before you invest time in an application.
Confirm TN eligibility if you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship
Canadian and Mexican nationals with a bachelor's degree in education may qualify for TN visa status under the USMCA, which skips the H-1B lottery entirely. The employer still needs to document that the role requires that specific degree, so get written confirmation of the job's educational requirements.
Ask HR about LCA timeline before accepting an offer
The employer must file and receive DOL certification of the Labor Condition Application before USCIS can adjudicate your H-1B petition. School districts operating on academic calendars often have narrow hiring windows, so confirm the district's HR team can hit the LCA and I-129 filing deadlines before your intended start date.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing wage for education assistant roles in your county. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your job title and location before salary discussions so you understand the floor the employer is legally required to meet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can an education assistant role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but only if the employer requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in education, early childhood development, special education, or a closely related field as a condition of employment. Paraprofessional or aide positions that accept any bachelor's degree or no degree at all don't meet the specialty occupation definition USCIS requires for H-1B approval.
Do public school districts sponsor visas for education assistants?
Some do, particularly larger urban districts and those with specialized bilingual, special education, or STEM programs that face persistent staffing shortages. Districts that have sponsored visas before are far more likely to do so again because their HR teams already understand the LCA and I-129 filing process. Browse education employers with sponsorship history on Migrate Mate to narrow your search.
Does my overseas teaching credential count toward the specialty occupation requirement?
USCIS evaluates foreign credentials through a credential evaluation, typically from a NACES-member organization. A three-year bachelor's degree in education from Australia, India, or the UK is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, but you need a formal evaluation report to submit with the I-129 petition. Without it, the employer's petition is likely to receive a Request for Evidence.
Can I use F-1 OPT to work as an education assistant before finding an H-1B sponsor?
Yes, if your OPT authorization is active and the education assistant role is directly related to your field of study. For STEM OPT extension, the role must align with a STEM-designated degree program. Keep in mind that F-1 OPT is student-authorized work, not employer-sponsored, so your employer doesn't file anything with USCIS during this period.
What happens to my H-1B status if the school year ends and my contract isn't renewed?
You have a 60-day grace period after your H-1B employment ends to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another visa status, or depart the U.S. During that window, a new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf and you can begin working once USCIS receives that petition. Document your last day of employment clearly, as the grace period clock starts from that date.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Education Assistant 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.