Ceramics Instructor

City of Eagan • Eagan Art House, MN

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About The Position

The Eagan Art House is hiring a part-time, recurring, year-round Ceramics Instructor to plan and implement ceramics curriculum for students ages 6 through adult, including wheel throwing and hand building for all skill levels. The instructor may also teach adult/child workshops. Work hours may include days and evenings and will not exceed 29 hours per week. A typical week is 3 to 6 hours, with opportunities for additional hours depending on demand. The expected start date is in December, with instruction beginning in January.

The Eagan Art House is a collaborative team committed to creative engagement for all ages throughout the community. The instructor engages students in art creation, prepares class materials, adapts curriculum to student needs, and coordinates studio chores and classroom cleanup with the Pottery Program Specialist and other team members.

Requirements

• Degree or coursework leading to a degree in art or art education, or equivalent experience in art or art education.
• One year of experience teaching ceramics to teens and adults in a classroom or workshop setting.
• Ability to be flexible in a variety of settings.
• Positive attitude and ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to work and solve problems independently.
• Sense of curiosity and ability to ask questions.

Nice To Haves

• Weekend and evening availability.
• Experience with alternative firings.
• Experience or ability to teach youth audiences.
• Actively creates ceramics artwork.

Responsibilities

• Enthusiastically engage students in the process of art creation.
• Develop, plan, and implement ceramics curriculum for students ages 6 through adult and adult/child workshops.
• Demonstrate wheel-thrown and hand-built clay construction, glazing, and firing.
• Demonstrate knowledge of a variety of artists, artwork styles, and art history.
• Provide hands-on demonstrations to students.
• Prepare materials for classes and workshops as needed.
• Listen to student needs and adapt curriculum development accordingly.
• Perform studio chores in coordination with the Pottery Program Specialist.
• Thoroughly clean the teaching space and supplies after each class.
• Work cooperatively with Eagan Art House team members.
• Keep the supervisor informed of concerns or issues related to classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed