UPK Teacher

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 : UPK Teacher

Position Number : 999899

Position Category : Administration

School / Division : School of Education

Department :

School of Education - HCLAS, UPK Program, Department of Teaching, Learning & Technology

Full-Time or Part-Time :

Part-Time

Description :

Reporting to the Director of the Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) Program, the UPK Teachers will work 25 hours per week, teaching children in collaboration with Hofstra’s School of Education and a Long Island Public School District. The Position is a 10-month position (August 28, 2023 – June 30, 2024). Successful candidates will be drawn from Hofstra’s Early Childhood Education Program graduates who hold the NYS Early Childhood Teacher Certification (Birth-Grade 6) and will receive mentoring during their teaching year.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Coordinates with Hofstra University faculty to plan and implement a play-based children’s program that values quality teacher interaction and discourse in a curriculum rich environment.
• Promotes and supports development of children’s learning, confidence, curiosity, and creativity as well as children’s self-control, communication, and meaning-making while meeting NYS PreK Foundation for the Common Core standards.
• Develops materials and curriculum themes and maintains a classroom environment that is clean, safe, stimulating, well organized, and appropriate for young children.
• Teachers are also expected to familiarize themselves with school procedures as well as safety / emergency practices.
• Attends pre-service and post service meetings, regularly scheduled staff meetings, and parent meetings both at the school site and on the Hofstra campus. Reflective activities will be expected.
• Maintains children’s records, submits records as directed, and plans and implements activities that will aid all development domains and document children’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development through authentic and research-based assessments as well as ongoing observation.
• Home-school communication and sensitivity to cultural differences will be expected and all activities will be mentored on site as well as through other communication.
• Performs other related duties as needed.

Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Deadline : Open Until Filled

Date Posted : 08 / 29 / 2023

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 :

$27.00 per hour