Secondary Teacher Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Secondary teacher roles in U.S. public and private schools can qualify for H-1B visa or J-1 visa sponsorship when the position requires a subject-specific bachelor's degree. Many districts sponsor internationally trained teachers directly, and some states actively recruit abroad to fill shortages in STEM, special education, and world languages.
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Get Access To All JobsApplications for this position must be submitted by November 12, 2026 to ensure full consideration. If a candidate is not identified through our initial review process, we will continue to review applications received after this date. Even if this specific position is filled, we may consider your application for other exciting opportunities with DPS. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting our job board at careers.dpsk12.org.
Notice to Applicants: This vacancy is at a school designated as an “Innovation School.” For more information, please contact the school and/or DCTA.
About this job: Teaches specific grade level subject matter to diverse middle school student population following District standards-based curriculum. Helps all students develop competence and confidence simultaneously through a balance of acquiring basic skills and developing conceptual understanding.
What DPS Offers You:
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary: Click here for the DCTA Teacher and SSP Hourly Schedule. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits - English Version or Health and Wellness Benefits - Spanish Version, and PERA Retirement. For additional information visit our New Employee Resources page.
This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit.
What You'll Do:
- Counsels students to encourage and support student achievement.
- Monitors, supervises, coordinates, and enforces rule of conduct and behavior of assigned students and reinforces positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
- Observes, evaluates, reports, and records student performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Prepares lesson plans and materials according to District approved curriculum guidelines.
- Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet varying needs and learning styles.
- Instructs students individually and in groups using various teaching methods (e.g., lectures, technology, discussions).
- Establishes and communicates clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
- Prepares, administers, assigns, and grades tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, reporting grades using District software.
- Prepares student, attendance, and activity reports as required by administrators.
- Communicates with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve student behavior and academic problems.
- May participate in extra-duty activities such as coaching, tutoring, or summer programs, as outlined in the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and in accordance with Department of Labor regulations.
What You’ll Need:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required.
- A Master's Degree is only required for Concurrent Enrollment positions.
- Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license. Click here for additional information regarding specific requirements and qualifications for the various subject areas (DPS does accept a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days).
- Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
- Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
- Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun.
Applications for this position must be submitted by November 12, 2026 to ensure full consideration. If a candidate is not identified through our initial review process, we will continue to review applications received after this date. Even if this specific position is filled, we may consider your application for other exciting opportunities with DPS. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting our job board at careers.dpsk12.org.
Notice to Applicants: This vacancy is at a school designated as an “Innovation School.” For more information, please contact the school and/or DCTA.
About this job: Teaches specific grade level subject matter to diverse middle school student population following District standards-based curriculum. Helps all students develop competence and confidence simultaneously through a balance of acquiring basic skills and developing conceptual understanding.
What DPS Offers You:
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary: Click here for the DCTA Teacher and SSP Hourly Schedule. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits - English Version or Health and Wellness Benefits - Spanish Version, and PERA Retirement. For additional information visit our New Employee Resources page.
This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit.
What You'll Do:
- Counsels students to encourage and support student achievement.
- Monitors, supervises, coordinates, and enforces rule of conduct and behavior of assigned students and reinforces positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
- Observes, evaluates, reports, and records student performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Prepares lesson plans and materials according to District approved curriculum guidelines.
- Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet varying needs and learning styles.
- Instructs students individually and in groups using various teaching methods (e.g., lectures, technology, discussions).
- Establishes and communicates clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
- Prepares, administers, assigns, and grades tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, reporting grades using District software.
- Prepares student, attendance, and activity reports as required by administrators.
- Communicates with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve student behavior and academic problems.
- May participate in extra-duty activities such as coaching, tutoring, or summer programs, as outlined in the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and in accordance with Department of Labor regulations.
What You’ll Need:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required.
- A Master's Degree is only required for Concurrent Enrollment positions.
- Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license. Click here for additional information regarding specific requirements and qualifications for the various subject areas (DPS does accept a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days).
- Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
- Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
- Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Secondary Teacher
Verify your teaching credentials translate correctly
Many states require a formal credential evaluation before issuing a teaching license to internationally trained teachers. Submit your transcripts to a NACES-approved evaluator early, licensing delays are the most common reason school district sponsorships stall before the H-1B filing stage.
Target districts with documented teacher shortages
School districts in designated shortage areas for STEM, special education, or bilingual education are more motivated to sponsor visas and more experienced with the PERM labor certification process. State education department shortage lists identify these districts by subject and region.
Confirm your subject qualifies as a specialty occupation
H-1B eligibility requires that your teaching role demands a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. A chemistry teacher with a chemistry degree typically qualifies; a general studies or elementary role often does not. Review your subject area against the O*NET profile before accepting an offer.
Ask your district about J-1 exchange teacher programs
Many public school districts sponsor secondary teachers through J-1 cultural exchange programs rather than H-1B. The J-1 requires a designated sponsor organization, not just the employer, so confirm which entity is listed as sponsor on your DS-2019 before you sign any contract.
Search Migrate Mate for verified sponsoring school districts
School districts that have filed LCAs for teaching roles appear in Migrate Mate's employer database, searchable by subject area and location. This lets you focus your applications on districts with active sponsorship history rather than guessing from general job postings.
Get the LCA wage level right before your offer letter
Your employer must certify a prevailing wage through DOL before filing your H-1B petition. Run your subject area and district location through the OFLC Wage Search to understand what wage level applies, a Level I or II designation affects both your negotiating position and the LCA certification timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a secondary teacher role qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship?
It depends on the subject. Secondary teaching qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B when the role requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, a physics teacher with a physics degree, for example. General secondary education roles or positions where any bachelor's degree is accepted often fail the specialty occupation test at USCIS, so subject alignment matters significantly.
Which visa types do U.S. school districts commonly use to sponsor teachers?
Districts use two main pathways: H-1B for subject-specialist teachers where the role meets specialty occupation standards, and J-1 visa for cultural exchange teachers placed through a designated sponsor organization. Some districts also use TN visa status for Canadian and Mexican teachers whose subject appears on the USMCA profession list. Each pathway has different duration limits, renewal rules, and employer filing obligations.
How do I find secondary teacher jobs where the employer already sponsors visas?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. school districts and education employers with verified LCA sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Filtering to employers with active filing history saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship availability only at the offer stage.
Does my overseas teaching degree count toward H-1B specialty occupation requirements?
USCIS accepts foreign degrees if they are equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree in the relevant subject. You'll need a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator confirming equivalency. A three-year bachelor's degree from Australia or the UK is frequently accepted as equivalent, but the evaluation report must specifically address subject-area relevance, not just degree level.
Can a school district sponsor a teacher for a green card instead of a temporary visa?
Yes. School districts can sponsor teachers for employment-based green cards through the EB-2 or EB-3 categories, which requires PERM labor certification from DOL. The district must demonstrate it could not find a qualified U.S. worker for the role. Teachers from countries with long green card backlogs, such as India, may wait many years even after PERM approval, so H-1B or J-1 is typically the first step.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Secondary 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.