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Education Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa and O-1 visa sponsorship when tied to curriculum development, instructional leadership, or program administration requiring a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. Employers in K-12, higher ed, and edtech sponsor regularly. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Work type: Non-Classified/Professional
Location: Boise, ID, Remote
Categories: Academic Programs, Education and Training, Remote, College of Education, Senior-Level
Job Summary/Basic Function:
Special Education Coordinator, Senior provides professional development training and technical assistance related to implementing statewide and local education agencies specific goals, prioritizing those efforts that result in increased academic achievement for students with disabilities.
This position may have the opportunity to work remotely, where all work is performed from an alternate work location within the State of Idaho.
Department Overview:
The Center for School and Community Partnerships at Boise State University has a robust project portfolio. Annually, we administer more than $6 million in projects, and our work serves hundreds of Idaho schools, and thousands of educators and students. Our work is grounded in a strong commitment to service, and community-engaged partnerships that support the work of public education systems. Applicants will join a team of professionals with a variety of expertise in instruction, student support services, school leadership, STEM education, special education, school nutrition, program evaluation, and other topics.
Level Scope:
Recognized subject matter expert who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field with limited oversight from managers. Independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; requires deep job knowledge of area typically obtained through higher education combined with experience. Manages large projects or processes and problems faced are difficult and often complex; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. Influences others regarding policies, practices and procedures.
Essential Functions:
- Assigns short-term and long-term tasks on a multitude of consulting projects, primarily facilitating organizational assessments and evaluations.
- Plays a pivotal role in a wide range of work assignments that may include: data collection, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, survey administration, report design, report drafting, and preparation of various materials for client presentations.
- Contributes to the preparation and presentation of status reports, program analysis, and implementation for clients.
- Plans and monitors ongoing project tasks.
- Influences policy and other research, specific to state and federal education/special education requirements.
- Participates in the production of materials required for work with clients, including agendas, analysis data, and status reports for management and for clients.
- Provides support and training to schools as they develop and implement Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), including Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
- Creates modules, guidance documents, and other training materials to support district staff, including special education teachers, related service providers, and paraprofessionals in the special education process.
- Provides direct distance-based and on-site consultation to school-based teams on behavioral and/or instructional support for students with disabilities.
- Provides direct and indirect consultation to special education directors, special education teachers, and staff to improve practices related to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
- Supports statewide monitoring efforts and provides technical assistance and training to districts to achieve compliance and measurable results, including improved outcomes for students with disabilities.
- May perform other duties as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken language.
- Ability to plan, develop, and deliver in-person training to large groups of participants.
- Possess leadership and problem-solving skills; coaching experience.
- Ability to research, interpret, and incorporate new and complex information into guidance.
- Ability to collaborate with district staff to provide consultative, instructional and evaluative support, staff knowledge, and student achievement.
- Ability to maintain accurate, complete records as required by law, district policy, and administrative request.
- Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Idaho special education process for children ages 3-21.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus 5 years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Special Education or a related field.
- At least 3 or more years working in schools and with school teams.
- Certification as an Exceptional Child Generalist, Early Childhood Special Educator, Special Education Director, Pupil Services Staff, or BCBA/BCaBA.
- Experience with foundational principles of tiered academic and behavior intervention (RTI/MTSS/PBIS) frameworks and positive behavioral approaches in school settings.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary range is $73,548.80 - $83,000 annually and is commensurate with experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):
- 12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)
- Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
- 9.27% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
- 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)
- Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
- Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
See our full benefits page for more information!
Required Application Materials:
- Cover Letters
- Resume
- 3 references
About us:
Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.
Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.
Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/
Advertised: July 15, 2026 Mountain Daylight Time
Applications close: July 29, 2026 11:55 PM Mountain Daylight Time
Job no: 499773
Work type: Non-Classified/Professional
Location: Boise, ID, Remote
Categories: Academic Programs, Education and Training, Remote, College of Education, Senior-Level
Job Summary/Basic Function:
Special Education Coordinator, Senior provides professional development training and technical assistance related to implementing statewide and local education agencies specific goals, prioritizing those efforts that result in increased academic achievement for students with disabilities.
This position may have the opportunity to work remotely, where all work is performed from an alternate work location within the State of Idaho.
Department Overview:
The Center for School and Community Partnerships at Boise State University has a robust project portfolio. Annually, we administer more than $6 million in projects, and our work serves hundreds of Idaho schools, and thousands of educators and students. Our work is grounded in a strong commitment to service, and community-engaged partnerships that support the work of public education systems. Applicants will join a team of professionals with a variety of expertise in instruction, student support services, school leadership, STEM education, special education, school nutrition, program evaluation, and other topics.
Level Scope:
Recognized subject matter expert who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field with limited oversight from managers. Independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; requires deep job knowledge of area typically obtained through higher education combined with experience. Manages large projects or processes and problems faced are difficult and often complex; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. Influences others regarding policies, practices and procedures.
Essential Functions:
- Assigns short-term and long-term tasks on a multitude of consulting projects, primarily facilitating organizational assessments and evaluations.
- Plays a pivotal role in a wide range of work assignments that may include: data collection, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, survey administration, report design, report drafting, and preparation of various materials for client presentations.
- Contributes to the preparation and presentation of status reports, program analysis, and implementation for clients.
- Plans and monitors ongoing project tasks.
- Influences policy and other research, specific to state and federal education/special education requirements.
- Participates in the production of materials required for work with clients, including agendas, analysis data, and status reports for management and for clients.
- Provides support and training to schools as they develop and implement Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), including Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
- Creates modules, guidance documents, and other training materials to support district staff, including special education teachers, related service providers, and paraprofessionals in the special education process.
- Provides direct distance-based and on-site consultation to school-based teams on behavioral and/or instructional support for students with disabilities.
- Provides direct and indirect consultation to special education directors, special education teachers, and staff to improve practices related to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
- Supports statewide monitoring efforts and provides technical assistance and training to districts to achieve compliance and measurable results, including improved outcomes for students with disabilities.
- May perform other duties as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken language.
- Ability to plan, develop, and deliver in-person training to large groups of participants.
- Possess leadership and problem-solving skills; coaching experience.
- Ability to research, interpret, and incorporate new and complex information into guidance.
- Ability to collaborate with district staff to provide consultative, instructional and evaluative support, staff knowledge, and student achievement.
- Ability to maintain accurate, complete records as required by law, district policy, and administrative request.
- Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Idaho special education process for children ages 3-21.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus 5 years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Special Education or a related field.
- At least 3 or more years working in schools and with school teams.
- Certification as an Exceptional Child Generalist, Early Childhood Special Educator, Special Education Director, Pupil Services Staff, or BCBA/BCaBA.
- Experience with foundational principles of tiered academic and behavior intervention (RTI/MTSS/PBIS) frameworks and positive behavioral approaches in school settings.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary range is $73,548.80 - $83,000 annually and is commensurate with experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):
- 12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)
- Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
- 9.27% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
- 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)
- Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
- Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
See our full benefits page for more information!
Required Application Materials:
- Cover Letters
- Resume
- 3 references
About us:
Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.
Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.
Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/
Advertised: July 15, 2026 Mountain Daylight Time
Applications close: July 29, 2026 11:55 PM Mountain Daylight Time
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Education Manager
Frame your role as a specialty occupation
USCIS requires Education Manager positions to demand a specific bachelor's degree. Emphasize curriculum design, instructional strategy, or educational psychology credentials, not general management, to meet the specialty occupation threshold for H-1B approval.
Target higher education and edtech employers first
Universities, community colleges, and education technology companies have established HR processes for visa sponsorship. They file H-1B petitions regularly and are more likely to sponsor than small private schools or nonprofits with limited immigration experience.
Align your degree field to your job duties
An Education Manager role supported by a degree in education, instructional design, or a subject-specific field strengthens your H-1B petition. Misalignment between your degree and job duties is a common reason for USCIS requests for evidence.
Highlight program oversight and measurable outcomes
Sponsoring employers need to justify the role's complexity to USCIS. Quantify your impact, programs managed, staff supervised, enrollment numbers, or accreditation outcomes, to demonstrate the position requires specialized knowledge beyond general administrative work.
Ask about cap-exempt employers early in the process
Nonprofit educational institutions and universities affiliated with higher education are often H-1B cap-exempt, meaning you can start without waiting for the annual lottery. Clarify employer status before applying to avoid unexpected delays in your timeline.
Use Migrate Mate to find roles open to sponsorship
Not every Education Manager posting explicitly mentions visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters jobs by sponsorship willingness, saving you time and focusing your applications on employers already prepared to support the H-1B or O-1 process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can an Education Manager role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, Education Manager roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a specific bachelor's degree in education, instructional design, curriculum development, or a related field. The key is demonstrating the role is a specialty occupation, general management duties without a degree requirement won't qualify. Employers in universities, edtech companies, and large school districts are the most common H-1B sponsors for this title.
What degree do I need for an Education Manager visa sponsorship?
Most H-1B petitions for Education Manager roles are supported by a bachelor's degree or higher in education, instructional design, educational leadership, or a relevant subject area. If your degree is in an adjacent field, your employer's immigration attorney can argue equivalency using a combination of education and progressive work experience. A three-year Australian or Indian bachelor's degree is generally accepted by USCIS as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree when evaluated by a credentialing agency.
Are Education Manager jobs more likely to be cap-exempt?
Yes, if your employer is a nonprofit institution of higher education, a nonprofit research organization, or a government research entity, they're typically cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B petition bypasses the annual lottery and can be filed at any time of year. Many university-based Education Manager roles fall into this category. K-12 school districts and private edtech companies are usually cap-subject, so timing your application around the March lottery registration window matters.
How do I find Education Manager jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Most job postings don't explicitly state whether an employer will sponsor visas, which makes filtering by sponsorship status essential. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this, browse Education Manager roles where employers have indicated willingness to sponsor H-1B or other work visas, so you're not wasting applications on companies that won't support the process.
Can an Education Manager qualify for an O-1 visa instead of H-1B?
Yes, if you have demonstrated extraordinary ability in education, published research, awards, conference keynotes, curriculum adopted at scale, or recognition from professional associations, the O-1 visaA is a viable alternative that isn't subject to the H-1B lottery. O-1 visa petitions for educators often lean on peer-reviewed publications, leadership of nationally recognized programs, or media coverage of educational initiatives. It's a higher bar than the H-1B but avoids lottery uncertainty entirely.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Education Manager 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.