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Hofstra University

Teacher

🇺🇸 Hempstead, NY 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $32K 💻 Teaching 🗓️ June 11th, 2026

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Hofstra University is hiring a Teacher. The Teacher will provide a nurturing classroom environment for children and foster a welcoming atmosphere for parents and families while leading the classroom team in adhering to curriculum and center procedures under the guidance of the Child Care Institute Director.

Highlights
  • Provide warm, nurturing classroom environment for children and parents.
  • Lead classroom team in following curriculum, procedures, and schedule.
  • Create and maintain individual child and classroom portfolios.
  • Observe and assess children continuously and plan age-appropriate activities.
  • Maintain open communication with families and support center operations.
  • Require Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in a NYSOCFS licensed program.
  • Preferred qualifications include Early Childhood or Elementary Education degree, Master's pursuit, and knowledge of NAEYC Accreditation Standards and Teaching Strategies Creative Curriculum.
  • Experience with infants and toddlers and working in NAEYC Accredited centers is a plus.
  • Salary starting at $31,667 with benefits including paid time off, tuition remission, and retirement plan contributions.
  • Position is full-time in the School of Education at Hofstra University.

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Position Details
Position Information
About Hofstra
Hofstra University is nationally ranked and recognized as Long Island’s largest private university located in Hempstead, N.Y. When you work at Hofstra, you join a team of talented professionals committed to preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow, in an environment that cultivates learning through the free and open exchange of ideas for the betterment of humankind. The work we do at Hofstra supports the education and well-being of our students, and the workforce of the future. While working towards this mission, employees can take advantage of many enriching experiences on campus. Whether it’s a lunchtime lecture, a Division I NCAA athletics game, a musical concert, a theatre performance, or a visit to one of our two accredited museums, there is always something exciting to do at Hofstra. Enjoy the ease of going to the fitness center, taking a swim, or grabbing a bite to eat without having to leave our beautiful campus! Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community.
Position Title Teacher
Position Number 899415
Position Category Administration
School/Division School of Education
Department
Full-Time or Part-Time Full-Time
Description
Reporting to the Director of the Child Care Institute, the Teacher is responsible for providing a warm, nurturing classroom environment for children and a welcoming environment for parents and families. The teacher sets the standard of professionalism within the classroom, directing other team members in the following the curriculum, procedures and schedule set forth by the administration of the center.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Creates and maintains a classroom portfolio and an individual child portfolio for each child in the group.
  • Observes and assesses the children on a continual basis.
  • Plans activities that are age appropriate, engaging and challenging.
  • Creates and maintains open communication with parents and families and in the overall smooth operation of the classroom/center.
  • Assists in carrying out the mission of both the Childcare Institute and Hofstra University.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • At least 2 years prior experience working with young children in a New York State Office of Children and Family Serviced (NYSOCFS) licensed program.
  • Understands and respects children and their developmental needs and interests. 
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education with an Early Childhood Education component/specialization preferred.
  • Pursuit of a master’s degree in Early Childhood Education a plus.
  • Experience working in a National Association for the Education of the Young Children (NAEYC) Accredited childcare center a plus.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of the NAEC Accreditation Standards, NAEYC Accreditation process and Teaching Strategies Creative Curriculum.
  • Work experience with infants and toddlers.
Special Instructions
Deadline Open Until Filled
Date Posted 06/03/2025
EEO Statement
Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary/Salary Range $31,667
Additional Information

Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.

*Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.

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  2. Cover Letter (Including Salary Requirement)

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Human Resources Center
205 Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY 11549
Phone: (516) 463-6859
Email: humanresources@hofstra.edu

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