Opportunity Type
Call for Artists
Artist Discipline
Visual
Ceramics
Clay
Sculpture
Application Available
Start Date: July 29, 2026
End Date: August 15, 2026
Opportunity Contact Information
Claire Hays
claire@ankenyartcenter.com
515.965.0940
Compensation / Fees (if applicable)
Compensation Amount: $25/hour
Application Fee:
Event Participation Fee:
Opportunity Location
Ankeny Art Center - 1520 SW Ordnance Rd. Ankeny, IA 50023
Basic Pottery Instructor Needed
Tuesdays, September 8th – October 27th | Instructor time 6pm – 9pm | Class time 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Size of class ranges from 4 to 9 students ages 16-90 years of age
We are looking for experienced instructors who are passionate about teaching ceramics.
This is a BASIC course that teaches hand-building techniques and introductory wheel throwing (wedging, centering, pulling walls, the basics of shaping bowls.) You’ll also instruct students on glazing their fired pieces using Amaco and Mayco brush-on glazes. The AAC studio manager will bisque-fire and glaze-fire all work.
You Are…
- Passionate and enthusiastic about art & creative education
- Focused on great student outcomes and making sure students enjoy their experience
- Enjoy creating artwork with clay
We are…
- Community Art Center that strives to deliver exceptional art experiences to students
- Seeking people who want to learn and grow with us
- A fun workplace where we collaborate and strive for excellence
QUALIFICATIONS for an Art Instructor
- BFA or BA required (or 5 years of equivalent experience)
- Experience teaching art/ceramics
- Exceptional time management for leading a class with adults with minimum to no experience with clay.
- Strong technical skills
- Significant first-hand experience in making ceramic art with Amaco and Mayco Products
- Passion for working with people and creating a fun/interactive experience
- Please include Portfolio link or your application will not be considered
- Experience teaching and are prepared to present methods and approaches
- Only apply if you live in a commutable distance to Ankeny, Iowa
Compensation: $25/hr.
Job Type: Contract , option for ongoing teaching contracts for the right candidate.
Interested candidates can send an email directly to Education Director – Claire Hays claire@ankenyartcenter.com stating your interest in the position and a link to your online portfolio or dedicated art social media account.
Last Updated: August 15, 2026, expires: Aug. 15, 2026