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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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CLASS TITLE: Special Education Classroom Assistant
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the general direction of the school principal, and under the immediate supervision of a Special Education teacher holding a valid teaching certificate directly engaged in teaching subject matter or conducting activities, assists in the instruction of disabled students; and performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assists Special Education teachers in elementary and high schools in reinforcing efforts with children with various disabilities, including physical disabilities, visual and hearing impairments, learning disabilities, behavior disorders, emotional impairments, and mental impairments in accordance with each students’ Individual Education Program (IEP); lifts and positions non-ambulatory students during the school day as instructed by the teacher and in adherence to written instruction from students’ personal physicians; provides one-on-one tutoring services for students to present or reinforce learning concepts; provides one-on-one personal hygiene services for students with severe disabilities, including toileting, changing soiled diapers, and cleaning soiled children regardless of age; assists students with orthopedic impairments by arranging and adjusting tools, work aids, and equipment used by students in classrooms, including but not limited to specially equipped worktables, positioning equipment, wheelchairs, tape recorders, computers, communication devices, and mechanized page turners; assists teacher in instructing students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and economic self-sufficiency; accompanies students to swimming pools and medical clinics to assist in removing clothing and performing other personal services which students are unable to perform themselves; assists in feeding students unable to do so themselves; takes notes in classrooms for students unable to do so themselves; corrects homework assignments and examination materials; assists teachers in maintaining written records of students’ behavior; accompanies students and teachers on class field trips; attends and participates in workshops and in-service training to update job-related skills.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
May utilize aggressive management techniques to physically restrain violent students, may administer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) as directed by the teacher, may operate audio-visual equipment, may operate photocopying equipment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification Requirements: Must possess a valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), which may be applied for and obtained after the successful completion of at least 60 semester hours of college credit at a college or university accredited by the North Central Association or successful completion of a paraprofessional exam (Work Keys or Parapro). Also refer to:
- Illinois State Board of Education
- Educator License Application
- Work Keys
- Paraprofessional Assessment
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Good knowledge of the characteristics of students with various disabilities, good knowledge of English grammar and spelling, good knowledge of basic mathematics.
Ability to work with and for students with various disabilities, ages birth to twenty-one (21) years of age; ability to follow written and oral instructions and direction; ability to complete and maintain basic written reports. (Ability to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is highly desirable. Individuals who do not provide evidence of the completion of training in CPR at the time of initial employment in this class title will complete CPR training as a condition of employment.)
Good oral and written communication skills, skill in the operation of photocopying and audio-visual equipment is highly desirable.
Physical Requirements:
Medium Work: Exerting up to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to twenty (20) pounds of force frequently, and/or to ten (10) pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands include the ability to reach, handle, and finger objects; talk and hear; occasional use of near visual acuity and frequent use of far visual acuity.
Benefits:
Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:
- Medical Plan Options
- Pharmacy
- Dental
- Vision
- Behavioral Health & EAP
- Employee Wellness Program
Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:
- Basic Life Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Pension Plans
- Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Spot Pet Insurance
Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:
- Paid Leave
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Days
- Parental Leaves
- Short-Term Disability
- Religious Holidays
- Leaves
Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.
Location:
North/Northwest Side-4728 North Wolcott Avenue (James B Mcpherson School)
Salary Range:
$41,766.58 to $60,584.36
Posting Date:
Aug 30, 2026, 4:03:45 PM
JOB DESCRIPTION -
CLASS TITLE: Special Education Classroom Assistant
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the general direction of the school principal, and under the immediate supervision of a Special Education teacher holding a valid teaching certificate directly engaged in teaching subject matter or conducting activities, assists in the instruction of disabled students; and performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assists Special Education teachers in elementary and high schools in reinforcing efforts with children with various disabilities, including physical disabilities, visual and hearing impairments, learning disabilities, behavior disorders, emotional impairments, and mental impairments in accordance with each students’ Individual Education Program (IEP); lifts and positions non-ambulatory students during the school day as instructed by the teacher and in adherence to written instruction from students’ personal physicians; provides one-on-one tutoring services for students to present or reinforce learning concepts; provides one-on-one personal hygiene services for students with severe disabilities, including toileting, changing soiled diapers, and cleaning soiled children regardless of age; assists students with orthopedic impairments by arranging and adjusting tools, work aids, and equipment used by students in classrooms, including but not limited to specially equipped worktables, positioning equipment, wheelchairs, tape recorders, computers, communication devices, and mechanized page turners; assists teacher in instructing students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and economic self-sufficiency; accompanies students to swimming pools and medical clinics to assist in removing clothing and performing other personal services which students are unable to perform themselves; assists in feeding students unable to do so themselves; takes notes in classrooms for students unable to do so themselves; corrects homework assignments and examination materials; assists teachers in maintaining written records of students’ behavior; accompanies students and teachers on class field trips; attends and participates in workshops and in-service training to update job-related skills.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
May utilize aggressive management techniques to physically restrain violent students, may administer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) as directed by the teacher, may operate audio-visual equipment, may operate photocopying equipment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification Requirements: Must possess a valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), which may be applied for and obtained after the successful completion of at least 60 semester hours of college credit at a college or university accredited by the North Central Association or successful completion of a paraprofessional exam (Work Keys or Parapro). Also refer to:
- Illinois State Board of Education
- Educator License Application
- Work Keys
- Paraprofessional Assessment
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Good knowledge of the characteristics of students with various disabilities, good knowledge of English grammar and spelling, good knowledge of basic mathematics.
Ability to work with and for students with various disabilities, ages birth to twenty-one (21) years of age; ability to follow written and oral instructions and direction; ability to complete and maintain basic written reports. (Ability to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is highly desirable. Individuals who do not provide evidence of the completion of training in CPR at the time of initial employment in this class title will complete CPR training as a condition of employment.)
Good oral and written communication skills, skill in the operation of photocopying and audio-visual equipment is highly desirable.
Physical Requirements:
Medium Work: Exerting up to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to twenty (20) pounds of force frequently, and/or to ten (10) pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands include the ability to reach, handle, and finger objects; talk and hear; occasional use of near visual acuity and frequent use of far visual acuity.
Benefits:
Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:
- Medical Plan Options
- Pharmacy
- Dental
- Vision
- Behavioral Health & EAP
- Employee Wellness Program
Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:
- Basic Life Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Pension Plans
- Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Spot Pet Insurance
Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:
- Paid Leave
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Days
- Parental Leaves
- Short-Term Disability
- Religious Holidays
- Leaves
Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.
Location:
North/Northwest Side-4728 North Wolcott Avenue (James B Mcpherson School)
Salary Range:
$41,766.58 to $60,584.36
Posting Date:
Aug 30, 2026, 4:03:45 PM
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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.