Job description

At Hofstra University, intellectual curiosity is not just aspirational – it is central to how we engage on a daily basis. Hofstra faculty work within a diverse scholarly community committed to student success, intellectual discovery, free inquiry, inclusivity, and collaboration.

Enrolling more than 10,000 students, Hofstra offers students an array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs spanning the arts, humanities, sciences, business, engineering, law, health care, communications, and more.

Our accomplished faculty collaborate with students to explore interdisciplinary questions and produce innovative research that lays the foundation for future personal and professional success. With a beautiful campus in Hempstead, NY, Hofstra’s location seamlessly merges the tranquility of coastal suburban living with the boundless opportunities of nearby New York City.

Hofstra University seeks candidates who will contribute to a supportive climate for students, faculty, and staff. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community.

Position Number: 896338

School/Division: Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences-Natural Science

Description

The Department of Psychology at Hofstra University is seeking a licensed clinical psychologist to serve as a one-year (Fall 2025 and Spring 2026) Special Assistant Professor in its APA-accredited School and Community Psychology PsyD program. The person filling this position will have the following responsibilities:

Fall 2025
PSY 246 School Psychology Practicum (3 Credits)
PSY 349 Community Internship and Supervision I (3 Credits)
Field Placement Coordinator (3 Credits)

Spring 2026
PSY 220 Consultation in Schools and Health Service Settings (3 Credits)
PSY 350 Community Internship and Supervision II (3 Credits)
PSY 251 Readings: The Role and Function of the School Psychologist (3 Credits)
Field Placement Coordinator (3 Credits)

These courses require the integration of the individual’s practice experience, perspective of the changing social landscape, and the science of school psychology. It is especially critical that the individual be aware of current findings in the field and be able to provide contemporary readings and exercises for graduate students to complete.

The position is term-limited for one-year without anticipated renewal.

Qualifications

• PhD or PsyD in School Psychology or a highly-related field from an APA-accredited university is required.
• Active licensure as a school psychologist, ideally in NY State.
• Prior teaching experience at the undergraduate level.

Preferred Quals Summary

• Current or recent practice as a school psychologist
• Prior teaching experience at the graduate level

How to apply

To apply, please submit the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (optional if not available)

After initial review, candidates who are selected to proceed to the next stage of review will be asked to supply 3 letters of recommendation.

Tenure Track: No

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
$80,000-$90,000