Ceramics Instructor Needed

Wednesday Evenings | March 25th – May 13th | 8 weeks

Time= 6:30pm-8:30pm with 30 minutes prep and 30 minutes of clean up. Total paid time 6:00pm – 9:00pm.

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 level ceramics class. Students should become familiar with handbuilding, and using a slab roller, as well as basic wheel throwing including, wedging, centering, pulling walls, the basics of shaping bowls, cups, plates, and trimming. You’ll also instruct students on glazing their fired pieces using Amaco and Mayco brush-on glazes. Once the session concludes, our studio manager will kiln-fire the finished artwork.

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 work hard, 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.

Reach out to claire@ankenyartcenter.com if you are interested in this position. Please include a resume, and link to an online portfolio, website, or dedicated social media for your artwork.