Adjunct Faculty, Dance

Hofstra University; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents

Retirement plan with University contributions

Job summary

Hofstra Medical Legal Partnership in the Town of Hempstead, NY invites applications for Adjunct Assistant Professors or Instructors of Dance. Ideal candidates will teach core courses and develop inclusive curricula for diverse students in the dance program.

Qualifications include an MFA or BFA in Dance or equivalent experience. Competitive salary ranges from $1,585 to $1,711 per credit hour, with benefits such as paid time off and tuition remission.

Qualifications

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) or Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Dance.
• Equivalent professional experience in dance.

Responsibilities

• Teach core courses in the dance program curriculum.
• Develop course syllabi that align with the department’s mission and values.
• Teach across a broad student body with various levels of experience.
• Support efforts to create an inclusive environment.

Education

MFA or BFA in Dance or equivalent professional experience

Job description

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, dance‑makers and teachers to contribute to the ballet and/or contemporary dance curriculum. This 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.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• MFA or BFA in Dance or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in higher education.

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 and Benefits

Salary: $1,585–$1,711 per credit hour.

Benefits include a collegial and inclusive culture, 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.