HOFSTRA COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES
Since Hofstra’s founding in 1935, our offerings in education have been a cornerstone of the university.
The School of Education is dedicated to preparing outstanding professionals to serve in 21st century schools, community centers, and universities. As the educational landscape has changed over the decades, the School of Education has remained current and, in many instances, been the impetus for changes in curriculum, policy, and technological applications. Our distinguished faculty members offer a wide range of programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, advanced certificate, and doctoral levels. Teacher education and educational leadership programs are fully accredited.
Hofstra’s School of Education provides access to the support, technology, knowledge, and facilities students need to become effective educational leaders and to meet the changing dynamics of teaching.
Departments
Teaching, Learning, and Technology (TLT)
TLT houses the following School of Education undergraduate and graduate programs:
- Early Childhood and Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 6)
- Secondary Education (Grades 7-12)
- Special Subjects (K-12)
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (K-12)
- Bilingual Education (K-12)
- Doctoral Program in Learning and Teaching, EdD
Faculty members dedicate themselves to the preparation of individuals who aspire to teach children from prekindergarten through high school, as well as those seeking to advance through doctoral study.
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Specialized Programs in Education (SPE)
SPE encompasses:
- Health and Physical Education
- Leadership and Policy Studies
- Literacy Studies
- Special Education
- Doctoral Programs: EdD in Educational and Policy Leadership; EdD and PhD in Literacy Studies
Studies in health and physical education are available at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including a unique five-year, dual-degree, dual-certification program. Graduate degrees range from master’s-level preparation to advanced certificates and doctoral study in the following fields: leadership, literacy studies, and special education. The SPE faculty commits to preparing reflective educators and leaders to work in a wide range of school, community, and university settings.
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The Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation awarded accreditation to Hofstra University’s School of Education in 2025. The accreditation process ensures the quality of professional preparation programs through a nongovernmental, nonregulatory process of self-study and peer review. Previously, the Teacher Education Accreditation Council accredited the School of Education.
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Office of Field Placement
The Office of Field Placement accepts and evaluates requests for field observations, clinical experiences, and student teaching. These experiences are essential and invaluable components of the professional development process for all School of Education degree candidates. The Office of Field Placement collaborates with local schools to find placements that expose students to a variety of cultures, economic backgrounds, and diverse settings. This promotes professional growth and enhances their ability to become consummate educators. Throughout the experience, students receive continuous communication, assessment, and feedback.
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Dean’s Office
The School of Education Dean’s Office offers information and guidance to students and faculty engaged in initial and professional school-based programs for classroom, pupil services, and educational leadership roles. The Dean’s Office provides information that students can access about:
- Sample lesson plans and review sheets
- Certification
- Advisement
- Special instruction required for certification
- Fingerprinting
- New York State exams
- Compliance
- Resources
Joan and Arnold Saltzman Community Services Center
The Joan and Arnold Saltzman Community Services Center at Hofstra University includes four clinics and a fully licensed early childhood program:
- The Diane Lindner-Goldberg Child Care Institute
- Counseling and Mental Health Professions
- Psychological Evaluation Research and Counseling
- Reading/Writing Learning
- Speech-Language-Hearing
The Saltzman Center supports high-quality educational and practical experiences for Hofstra University students while offering services to Hofstra University employees and the broader community.
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Amy Catalano, EdD
Interim Dean for the
School of Education
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Stacey Zalewski, MSEd
Senior Associate Dean
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Sheri Suzzan, EdD
Associate Dean for
External Relations and Field Placement
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Anthony Robinson, PhD
Associate Dean for
Educational Access and Success
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Ariana Murphy, MSEd, PD
Assistant Dean for
Assessment and Accreditation
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Allison King, MA
Assistant Dean for the
School of Education
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