Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Education (2016): did not establish the proffered 'Assistant Teacher'
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a non-profit educational provider, failed to establish that the proffered 'Assistant Teacher' position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The decision centered on the petitioner's inability to demonstrate that a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty is the normal minimum requirement for entry into such a position, which is a fundamental requirement for the H-1B classification.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
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