The H-1B Teachers Program offers qualified international teachers the opportunity to bring their expertise to classrooms across the United States. Designed for educators who meet professional teaching standards and wish to advance their careers in U.S. schools, this program provides a structured pathway under the H-1B specialty occupation work visa.
The H-1B Teachers Program enables foreign-educated and international certified teachers to work in U.S. public or private schools through employer-sponsored H-1B visas. Unlike temporary exchange programs, the H-1B status is a professional work visa that supports long-term employment and career growth in U.S. education.
This program bridges global talent with U.S. school needs — helping districts fill critical subject shortages in areas such as STEM, foreign languages, special education, and more.
To qualify for the H-1B Teachers Program, applicants must:
International teachers gain:
H-1B status can be a stepping stone to:
No. Teachers outside the U.S. can apply and complete visa processing at a U.S. consulate in their home country.
Yes. Spouses and dependents can apply for H-4 dependent visas.
Typically granted for up to three years, and it may be extended up to six years under standard H-1B rules.