Ceramic Arts Instructor

CivicInfo BC; Surrey; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Surrey is seeking a part-time ceramics instructor to teach across age groups in the Culture Division. You will plan, deliver engaging classes, submit lesson plans, and maintain a safe, inclusive studio space. There is opportunity to develop new programs and workshop content throughout the year.

The ideal candidate holds a visual arts degree or diploma, has at least one year of teaching experience, and possesses First Aid CPR-C. A BC Driver’s License is an asset for this role.

Qualifications

• Degree/diploma in visual arts or related field.
• Minimum of one year teaching experience.
• Current Emergency First Aid with CPR-C certificate.
• A BC Driver’s License is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear, thorough, and patient instruction to registrants.
• Deliver course content that fosters technical skill building and individual expression.
• Develop and facilitate developmentally appropriate ceramic art classes that are engaging and accessible.
• Submit lesson plans and supply lists for each class, camp, or workshop.
• Independently set up, take down, and maintain program space.
• Provide a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Maintain, and guide participants in maintaining, a clean and safe studio environment.
• Option to develop new program offerings and content.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Independent & team work

Education

Visual arts degree

Teaching experience (1 year)

First Aid CPR-C

Job description

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city—and their careers—forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

Non-Union – Instructor

SCOPE

Are you passionate about ceramic arts and enjoy teaching various skill levels and techniques? Join the City of Surrey’s Culture Division and contribute to high-quality arts education in the community. Ceramic arts instruction may include, but is not limited to, wheel throwing, hand building, and surface decorating. Instructors may teach preschool, children, youth, and/or adult participants throughout the year, and may also choose to instruct youth and children’s camps during spring break and summer.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide clear, thorough, and patient instruction to registrants.
• Deliver course content that fosters technical skill building and individual expression.
• Develop and facilitate developmentally appropriate ceramic art classes that are engaging and accessible.
• Submit lesson plans and supply lists for each class, camp, or workshop.
• Independently set up, take down, and maintain program space.
• Provide a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Maintain, and guide participants in maintaining, a clean and safe studio environment.
• Option to develop new program offerings and content.

Required skills include:

• Able to assess age appropriateness of lessons and materials.
• Classroom management.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with initiative, as well as collaboratively within a team.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for dynamic, creative leaders with demonstrated knowledge and experience in art and art education. Our ideal candidates are effective communicators with strong classroom management skills.

The successful candidate will have:

• A degree/diploma in visual arts, art education, or a related field or related experience.
• A minimum of one year of teaching experience
• Current Emergency First Aid with CPR-C certificate.
• A Valid BC Driver’s License is an asset.

OTHER INFORMATION

Number of Job Openings: 1 Hourly Rate: $33.70

Applicants under consideration will be required to consent to a Police Information Check/Vulnerable Sector Check. Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years