Master Instructor Arts and Culture - Ceramics

Oakville Enterprises Corporation; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Master Instructor for Arts and Culture specializing in Ceramics. This role involves teaching children, youth, and adults in a vibrant community setting. You will prepare and lead engaging clay classes while developing inclusive programming that fosters creativity and skill development. The position offers flexible hours based on course appointments, allowing you to share your passion for ceramics with diverse audiences. Join a dynamic team at a unique cultural center where your expertise will enrich the community's artistic landscape.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing clay lessons for various age groups.
• Knowledge of contemporary craft and ceramics techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in ceramic studios for all age groups.
• Develop and deliver engaging clay classes tailored to participants.

Skills

Ceramics Instruction

Curriculum Development

Classroom Management

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Leadership Skills

Adaptability

Education

Post-secondary program in Ceramics

Job description

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Master Instructor Arts and Culture - Ceramics
Department: Recreation and Culture
Pay Range: Starting at $34.77 per hour
Position ID: 8313

Posting Status: Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants

Duration: Contract hours, by course appointment varied 1 to 8 hours weekly

Closing Date: Applications for this position must be received at oakville.ca by no later than 11:59 pm on June 30, 2025.

This posting is for current and future opportunities and will be filled on an as needed basis. Applications will be considered for any openings that become available between now and June 30, 2025.

Job Responsibilities:

To provide instruction to children, youth and adults in the two QEPCCC ceramic studios. The successful applicant must be an independent, reliable individual able to work with minimal supervision and is expected to assist in developing curriculum. Responsibilities include:

• Preparing, leading and delivering children, youth and adult clay classes, including hand building and wheel throwing, to meet the needs of all participants registered in the program.
• Assisting with research and development of appropriate clay programming for children, youth and adults, ensuring that activities are safe, creative, and inclusive of all program participants.
• Providing a positive learning and recreational experience for all participants.
• Supporting Town department objectives and mandate.

Qualifications:

Enrollment in or completion of a post-secondary program specializing in ceramics.

Experience developing clay lessons and activity plans for children, youth and adults in a ceramic studio.

Previous teaching experience in ceramics in an educational setting.

Demonstrated abilities and a strong knowledge of contemporary craft and ceramics including hand building and wheel throwing.

Familiarity with a broad range of artistic techniques, practices, and materials with hand building and wheel throwing.

Strong organizational, planning, time management, and leadership skills.

Ability to be flexible and adapt instructional practices to diverse audiences.

Ability to work independently.

Knowledge of HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) for instructing children’s programs ages 4-12 years.

Successful candidates, who are new hires and/or who have not performed in this position previously, will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check, with vulnerable sector screening, dated within the last 30 days as a condition of employment.

Letters of application should address the candidate’s expertise in the areas of teaching, professional work, and community service. All applicants must be able to provide a portfolio that demonstrates the above during the interview process.

Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre (QEPCCC) is a unique multi-purpose recreation, arts and culture facility located in Oakville, Ontario. QEPCCC offers many drop-in and registered recreational, cultural and aquatic programs, including a studio drop-in program and memberships, and an exhibitions program. Refer to the Recreation and Culture Programs page for a list of current culture programs and camps offered at Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre.

DATED: January 1, 2025

This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principal functions of the job. This does not include all of the work requirements of the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate through their application and in the interview process that their qualifications match those specified. Applicants may also be required to undergo testing.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.