SUMMARY
The Pottery Instructor is responsible for assisting the Pottery Supervisor in planning, organizing, and instructing pottery and ceramic courses.
The Pottery Instructor will provide and lead enriching programs to youth age 6 to adults of all ages and abilities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be at least 18 years old
Bachelors in Fine Arts in Studio Ceramics or Bachelors in Art Education with emphasis or experience in ceramics
Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of ceramics, clays, glazes, and firing techniques
Mastery of hand building and wheel throwing and an ability to teach these skills to participants of all ages
Experience working with youth and adults
POSITIVE CAN DO TEAM ATTITUDE
SUPERVISION
The Pottery Instructor reports directly to the Pottery Supervisor
TRAINING CAN BE OBTAINED THROUGH CHAMPAIGN PARK DISTRICT
CPR, First Aid, and AED certification through American Heart Association or accredited agency
Concussion training through the Center for Disease Control
Facility training
Anyone who will be driving a Champaign Park District vehicle will need to complete and pass a driving test from one of our certified Champaign Park District trainers
Mandated reporter certification
CLASSIFICATION
Non-Exempt, hourly
Part-time
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist with planning, organizing, and implementing the pottery classes and activities
Experience in hand building and wheel throwing pottery making techniques
Ability to break down complex processes into simple step-by-step instructions
Able to identify common beginner mistakes in student work, then communicate solutions
Ability to teach students of different skill levels and abilities
Teach proper glaze application techniques
Develop age and skill level appropriate lessons plans
Previous teaching experience a plus
Follow all Champaign Park District safety policies and perform all work in a manner that ensures the safety of the public, fellow employees, and him/herself
Updates class attendance sheets everyday classes meet
Provides the Pottery Studio Supervisor with regular class updates
Assists the Pottery Studio Supervisor with firing, loading and unloading the kilns
Cleans equipment and supplies used
Responsible for maintaining and keeping all equipment and supplies in proper storage areas
Completes time clock forms and accident reports in a timely manner
Hand out and retrieve parent participant emergency forms and program evaluations in a timely manner
Communicates effectively with staff, participants, and parents
Other duties as assigned
PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Must be able to present in front of a group while demonstrating ceramics technique
PHYSIOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time
Bending, stooping, and/or lifting may be required
May need to respond quickly and accurately
Frequently lifting up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
Must be able to work in a shared office environment
Work under pressure with interruptions
Must be able to teach in changing work environment depending on where classes are scheduled
May be exposed to hazardous art and craft chemicals
May be exposed to all weather conditions
COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS
Must be able to represent the district in a positive manner
Must be able to work well with people, resolve problems fairly and with judgment in keeping with the mission of the district
Should exercise creativity and resourcefulness in developing and implementing pottery classes
Must be able to respond quickly and accurately to changing project conditions
Should be safety conscious at all times
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