Adjunct Faculty, Dance

Hofstra University; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 2,183,496 - 2,357,073; Part time

Job summary

Hofstra University invites applications for Adjunct Assistant Professors or Adjunct Instructors of Dance in the Department of Drama and Dance. The Dance Program welcomes artists who contribute to the ballet and/or contemporary dance curriculum and engage students across our BFA, BA, and BS degree programs.

The mission of the program is to broaden students' vision of dance as a living language, building technical proficiency, cultural understanding, and individual artistic voice.

Qualifications

• MFA or BFA in Dance or equivalent professional experience
• Teaching experience in higher education

Responsibilities

• Teaching core courses in the dance program curriculum
• Develop course syllabi that aligns with the department’s mission and values
• The ability to teach across a broad student body with students from various levels of experience and cultural backgrounds
• Supporting efforts to create an inclusive environment for faculty, staff, and students.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

MFA or BFA in Dance

Job description

Position Title

Adjunct Faculty, Dance

Position Number

999972

School/Division

Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences-Humanties

Full-Time or Part-Time

Part-Time

Description

Hofstra University is pleased to invite applications for Adjunct Assistant Professors or Adjunct Instructors of Dance in the Department of Drama and Dance. The Dance Program welcomes applications from artists, dance-makers and teachers to contribute to the ballet and/or contemporary dance curriculum. The individual will engage students across a range of experience levels, including dancers from our BFA, BA, and BS in Dance Education degrees, to foster a dynamic and supportive learning environment. We welcome artists who maintain strong networks within the professional field and have experience in teaching advanced curriculum who are interested in investing in a vibrant and evolving dance community.

The mission of the Dance Program is to broaden the students' vision of dance as a living language. The curriculum is designed to build technical proficiency in the performance of traditional and contemporary forms; to enhance a cultural understanding of dance; to cultivate the art of reflection and constructive dialogue; and to develop each student's unique voice as an artist.

The Adjunct Assistant Professor or Adjunct Instructor of Dance responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Teaching core courses in the dance program curriculum
• Develop course syllabi that aligns with the department’s mission and values
• The ability to teach across a broad student body with students from various levels of experience and cultural backgrounds
• Supporting efforts to create an inclusive environment for faculty, staff, and students.

Qualifications

• MFA or BFA in Dance or equivalent professional experience

Preferred Quals Summary

• Teaching experience in higher education

Special Instructions

Please upload the following with your application for consideration:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching statement including evidence of effectiveness as an educator and approach to creating an inclusive learning environment
• Email address and phone number of three professional references

Inquiries should be directed to [e-mail].

Deadline

Open until filled

Tenure Track

No

Date Posted

04/23/2026

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

$1,585-$1,711 per credit hour