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Get Access To All JobsLOCATION: Longview
DATE POSTED: 10-14-2026
REPORTS TO: Dean, School of Business
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
LeTourneau University invites applications for the Marketing/Business Faculty and Director of Online Business Programs, an 11-month tenure-track faculty position. This administrative/faculty position oversees all online business programs at the graduate and undergraduate level. As a member of the administrative team, this person will work closely with the Dean of the School of Business, ensuring quality curriculum, strong program offerings, and efficient workflows.
Responsibilities Include:
- Teaching online or on-campus courses as assigned by the Dean of the School of Business
- Managing curriculum and textbook selection for all online business programs
- Ensuring that all online courses are taught from a Biblical worldview
- Coordinating teaching assignments for full-time and adjunct faculty
- Managing communication with faculty
- Overseeing adjunct faculty training, development, and evaluation
- Hiring and onboarding new adjunct faculty
- Assisting with programmatic assessment
- Supporting recruitment and retention efforts for online business students
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
- Earned Ph.D. or D.B.A. in Business, including a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Marketing
- Minimum of two years of online teaching experience
- Experience developing curriculum for online courses
- Demonstrated ability to integrate a Biblical worldview into curriculum and instruction
- Commitment to supporting the University Statement of Faith and Community Covenant, as well as the School of Business Brand Promise
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in higher education administration
- Experience in programmatic and institutional assessment
- Professional experience in business
SALARY:
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and other qualifications. LeTourneau University offers group health insurance plans, life insurance, contribution to a retirement program, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and their dependents, among other benefits.
DATE POSITION IS AVAILABLE: July 1, 2027
PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION OR NOMINATION:
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, CV, list of references, copies of unofficial transcripts, and answers to several faith questions available in the online application form on the university’s website linked below. Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled. To apply, visit www.letu.edu/jobs-faculty. Questions about the search process may be directed to OfficeoftheProvost@letu.edu.
In accordance with applicable provisions of federal law, applicants for employment who are in agreement with the educational mission of LeTourneau University and applicants for admission to educational programs or activities are considered without discrimination on the basis of race, age, sex, handicapping condition, national origin or genetic information. Inquiries about this policy should be directed to the Director of Human Resources, (903) 233-4170.
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:
LeTourneau University is the premier Christian polytechnic university in the nation where educators engage students to nurture Christian virtue, develop competency and ingenuity in their professional fields, integrate faith and work, and serve the local and global community.
LETU is a Christ-centered, interdenominational institute of higher learning offering more than 85 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in arts and sciences, aviation, business & technology, communication, computer science, criminal justice, education, engineering, nursing, psychology & counseling and theology & vocation. LETU's 2,700 students represent nearly all 50 states, more than 30 foreign countries, and around 50 different denominational groups.
LETU is consistently recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of "America's Best Colleges," and the engineering program is ranked nationally. LeTourneau University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, telephone 404-679-4500, at http://www.sacscoc.org) to award associate, baccalaureate and master's degrees. LeTourneau University's engineering and engineering technology programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission and the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012 - telephone: 410-347-7700. The Carnegie Foundation classifies LeTourneau University as a Master's (Comprehensive) University II.
The 162 acre main campus is located in Longview, Texas, a progressive hub city with an MSA of over 190,000, nestled among the beautiful pine-forested hills and lakes of East Texas. It is approximately 120 miles east of Dallas, Texas and 60 miles west of Shreveport, Louisiana.
LOCATION: Longview
DATE POSTED: 10-14-2026
REPORTS TO: Dean, School of Business
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
LeTourneau University invites applications for the Marketing/Business Faculty and Director of Online Business Programs, an 11-month tenure-track faculty position. This administrative/faculty position oversees all online business programs at the graduate and undergraduate level. As a member of the administrative team, this person will work closely with the Dean of the School of Business, ensuring quality curriculum, strong program offerings, and efficient workflows.
Responsibilities Include:
- Teaching online or on-campus courses as assigned by the Dean of the School of Business
- Managing curriculum and textbook selection for all online business programs
- Ensuring that all online courses are taught from a Biblical worldview
- Coordinating teaching assignments for full-time and adjunct faculty
- Managing communication with faculty
- Overseeing adjunct faculty training, development, and evaluation
- Hiring and onboarding new adjunct faculty
- Assisting with programmatic assessment
- Supporting recruitment and retention efforts for online business students
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
- Earned Ph.D. or D.B.A. in Business, including a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Marketing
- Minimum of two years of online teaching experience
- Experience developing curriculum for online courses
- Demonstrated ability to integrate a Biblical worldview into curriculum and instruction
- Commitment to supporting the University Statement of Faith and Community Covenant, as well as the School of Business Brand Promise
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in higher education administration
- Experience in programmatic and institutional assessment
- Professional experience in business
SALARY:
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and other qualifications. LeTourneau University offers group health insurance plans, life insurance, contribution to a retirement program, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and their dependents, among other benefits.
DATE POSITION IS AVAILABLE: July 1, 2027
PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION OR NOMINATION:
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, CV, list of references, copies of unofficial transcripts, and answers to several faith questions available in the online application form on the university’s website linked below. Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled. To apply, visit www.letu.edu/jobs-faculty. Questions about the search process may be directed to OfficeoftheProvost@letu.edu.
In accordance with applicable provisions of federal law, applicants for employment who are in agreement with the educational mission of LeTourneau University and applicants for admission to educational programs or activities are considered without discrimination on the basis of race, age, sex, handicapping condition, national origin or genetic information. Inquiries about this policy should be directed to the Director of Human Resources, (903) 233-4170.
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:
LeTourneau University is the premier Christian polytechnic university in the nation where educators engage students to nurture Christian virtue, develop competency and ingenuity in their professional fields, integrate faith and work, and serve the local and global community.
LETU is a Christ-centered, interdenominational institute of higher learning offering more than 85 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in arts and sciences, aviation, business & technology, communication, computer science, criminal justice, education, engineering, nursing, psychology & counseling and theology & vocation. LETU's 2,700 students represent nearly all 50 states, more than 30 foreign countries, and around 50 different denominational groups.
LETU is consistently recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of "America's Best Colleges," and the engineering program is ranked nationally. LeTourneau University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, telephone 404-679-4500, at http://www.sacscoc.org) to award associate, baccalaureate and master's degrees. LeTourneau University's engineering and engineering technology programs are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission and the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012 - telephone: 410-347-7700. The Carnegie Foundation classifies LeTourneau University as a Master's (Comprehensive) University II.
The 162 acre main campus is located in Longview, Texas, a progressive hub city with an MSA of over 190,000, nestled among the beautiful pine-forested hills and lakes of East Texas. It is approximately 120 miles east of Dallas, Texas and 60 miles west of Shreveport, Louisiana.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Online Teacher
Target edtech companies and accredited institutions
Large edtech employers and accredited online universities are far more likely to sponsor visas than independent tutoring platforms. These organizations have established HR and legal infrastructure to file H-1B petitions and navigate the sponsorship process efficiently.
Position your role as a specialty occupation
USCIS requires the job to need a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Emphasize subject-matter expertise in your field, such as mathematics, computer science, or ESL instruction, rather than general teaching ability to strengthen the specialty occupation argument.
Highlight subject-area credentials, not just teaching experience
Employers sponsoring teachers typically need proof that your degree directly relates to what you teach. A degree in biology supporting an online science teaching role is a stronger sponsorship case than a general education degree with no subject-matter specialization.
Ask about sponsorship during the screening call, not after the offer
Raising sponsorship early filters out employers unwilling to sponsor before you invest time in multiple interview rounds. Frame it professionally: ask whether the company has sponsored work visas before and whether they have immigration counsel on retainer.
Understand the H-1B cap and timing constraints
Most online teacher roles fall under the H-1B annual cap, with registration opening in March and work start dates no earlier than October 1. Nonprofit and government-affiliated educational institutions are cap-exempt and can file year-round, which matters for your job search timing.
Browse visa-sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Searching broadly wastes time when many employers will not sponsor. Migrate Mate filters job listings to show employers who are open to visa sponsorship, so you can focus your applications on companies already willing to support your immigration process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can an online teacher job qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship?
Yes, but the role must qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning it normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. An online teacher position tied to a defined subject area, such as chemistry, special education, or ESL, is more defensible than a general tutoring role where any degree might satisfy the requirement.
Does my teaching degree need to match the subject I teach online?
USCIS looks for a direct relationship between your degree field and the job duties. A degree in education with a subject-area concentration generally satisfies this. If your degree is in the subject itself rather than education, that also works. A mismatch, such as a business degree for a math teaching role, creates risk and may require a credential evaluation or supporting documentation from the employer.
Are online teaching jobs exempt from the H-1B cap?
Only if the employer qualifies as a cap-exempt institution, which includes nonprofit universities, government research organizations, and certain affiliated entities. Most edtech companies and for-profit online schools are cap-subject, meaning positions must go through the H-1B lottery. If you need to avoid lottery risk, focus your search on accredited nonprofit institutions with online programs.
What visa options exist for online teachers beyond the H-1B?
The O-1A visa is an option if you have exceptional recognition in your field, such as published curriculum, awards, or significant media coverage of your teaching work. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3 visa as a cap-exempt alternative with far less competition. The TN visa covers certain education roles for Canadian and Mexican nationals under the USMCA. Browse current openings on Migrate Mate to find employers sponsoring across these visa types.
How do approval rates for H-1B petitions look for teaching roles?
Approval rates vary significantly by employer size and how well the petition documents the specialty occupation requirement. Teaching roles at recognized academic institutions tend to fare better than those at newer edtech startups, where USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence questioning whether a specific degree is truly required. Working with an employer that has a track record of approvals in education roles reduces this risk considerably.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Online 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.