Art Instructor I & II (Adult Pottery)

West Metro Chamber; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free use of recreation/fitness centers

Free drop-in fitness classes

Golf discounts

Discounts on other programs

Accrued sick time

Wellness program

Scholarship program

401(k) plan

Job summary

Foothills is seeking an Art Instructor I & II to plan, prepare, and teach adult pottery classes. You will guide students of varying abilities, encouraging creativity and individual expression while maintaining a dependable teaching presence.

Two levels offer different experience thresholds with rates of $20.75/hour for Art Instructor I and $26.25/hour for Art Instructor II. Part-time Foothills benefits include recreation facilities access and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Three years experience teaching a specialized art form.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Performing Arts, or directly related field.
• Five years of ongoing experience in a specialized art form (for Art Instructor II) or equivalent.
• Apprenticeship completed or equivalent training in art.
• Knowledge of equipment required for the class/program.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and teach adult pottery classes.
• Adapt instruction for students with varying abilities.
• Encourage creativity and individuality in student artworks.

Skills

Teaching experience

Art instruction

Knowledge of pottery equipment

Working artist/educator

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts/Performing Arts or related field

Apprenticeship

Tools

Ceramics tools

Job description

Position: Art Instructor I & II (Adult Pottery)

Pay Rate: $20.75- $26.25/hour based on experience (see description below)

Application Deadline:9/25/2026

Foothills is seeking an Art Instructor. This position is responsible for planning, preparing, and teaching students with varying abilities how to use tools and raw materials properly and encouraging students to show creativity and individuality with their artworks. The Art Instructor must be dependable and have experience teaching ceramic pottery.

Required Experience

The Art Instructor will be hired dependent on experience in the following position:

Art Instructor I

RATE: $20.75 per hour

• Three (3) years experience of teaching years in a specialized art form. Instructor shall be a working artist and/or art educator and must possess at least three (3) of the following criteria:
• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Performing Arts, or directly related field;
• Five (5) years of on-going experience in a specialized art form;
• Have completed an apprenticeship;
• Possesses extensive knowledge gained through a variety of specialized workshops/trainings and possesses extensive knowledge of equipment required for the successful operations of the class/program.

Art Instructor II

RATE: $26.25 per hour

• Five (5) years experience of teaching years in a specialized art form. Instructor shall be a working artist and/or art educator and must possess at least three (3) of the following criteria:
• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Performing Arts, or directly related field
• Eight (8) years of on-going experience in a specialized art form
• Have completed an apprenticeship
• Possesses extensive knowledge gained through a variety of specialized workshops/trainings and possesses extensive knowledge of equipment required for the successful operations of the class/program

As a Part-Time Foothills employee, benefits include:

• FREE use of our recreation/fitness centers, swimming pools, and ice arena
• FREE drop-in fitness classes (includes but is not limited to yoga, Zumba and aerobic classes)
• Golf discounts ($3 - $14 for 9 holes depending on day of week, free driving range and more!)
• Discounts on other recreation programs/classes
• Accrued sick time (1 hour for every 30 hours worked)
• Wellness Program- earn points for additional program discounts/free classes
• Scholarship Program (eight $500 scholarships awarded per year)
• Eligible to participate in 401(k) plan

About Us

Creating Community, Enhancing Health, Inspiring Play! We fulfill our mission by providing a variety of recreational services, programs and activities for both youth and adults. We operate three recreation centers, two golf courses, a two-sheet ice arena, swimming pools, and two indoor sports facilities. In addition, we maintain 68 park sites and over 30 miles in trails. Joining our team means you will contribute to the well-being of your community.