Job description

Summary:

The Community School of Music and Arts (CSMA) is seeking highly qualified instructors in ceramics to work at CSMA’s primary Finn Center site in Mountain View. This is a part time, non-exempt position beginning Summer 2023. The position reports to the Visual Arts Program Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Teach ceramics classes to students ages 8 to adult, incorporating both handbuilt and wheel thrown techniques as appropriate.
• Develop age and skill appropriate lesson plans that develop students’ skills, while providing a fun and creative environment for student growth.
• Provide feedback to students throughout each lesson and recommend next steps in their art education.
• Organize and prepare student work for firing and glazing.
• Perform basic kiln operations, including loading and unloading of work.
• Perform regular studio maintenance, adhering to studio operational and safety protocols.
• Communicate in a positive and consistent way with students, parents, and program and administrative staff.
• Demonstrate a commitment to CSMA’s mission and values.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Art or Art Education or equivalent experience.
• Active working artist with local presence and established teaching track record, (ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience).
• Experience in teaching Ceramic classes using Wheel thrown techniques required
• Experience working in and maintaining ceramics studio protocols.
• Ability to work with students of a wide variety of skills and backgrounds.
• Well-developed classroom management and communication skills.
• Highly developed interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Competent computer skills, particularly MS Office and GSuite.

Schedule
The available role includes introductory ceramics classes for adult students on Saturday morning & afternoons on an ongoing basis.

Physical Demands

• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Paid Sick Leave per California Paid Sick Leave Act
• Faculty who work an average of 20 hours or more per week are eligible for CSMA health benefits.
• All supplies and equipment are provided by the school.
• Professional Development opportunities and grants for faculty.
• Opportunities to show faculty work in the Mohr Gallery.
• Employee and Family discount on private lessons and classes

About CSMA:

Founded in 1968, the Community School of Music and Arts is Northern California’s largest non-profit provider of arts education programs. With a $6.5 million budget and 160-member staff and faculty, CSMA is one of the ten largest community schools in the United States. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, one of the global capitals of creativity, CSMA is dedicated to making the arts and arts education accessible to all, regardless of age, experience or background. Headquartered in the award-winning Finn Center in the City of Mountain View, CSMA directly serves over 30,000 people of all ages, skill levels and economic means each year, including over 22,000 students at 50+ schools in San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties.

CSMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $33.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to teach on Saturday morning & afternoon.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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