Bronze Foundry Instructor — Teach Lost-Wax Casting (Evenings)

Harper College; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Harper College seeks a Bronze Foundry Instructor to teach non-credit group classes for students 16 and older, primarily during evening and weekend hours. Classes cover the lost-wax bronze casting process through demonstrations, supervised practice, and individualized help. Enrollment determines class availability.

Formal training or equivalent experience in bronze casting or metal arts is required. Strong safety commitment, teaching ability, and the capacity to work with diverse learners are

Qualifications

• Formal training or equivalent in bronze casting or metal arts.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the lost-wax bronze casting process.
• Prior teaching or workshop leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to explain concepts, model techniques, and supervise students of varied backgrounds.
• Strong commitment to safety and studio practices.

Responsibilities

• Teach Bronze Foundry classes for Continuing Education students and maintain a consistent instructional schedule.
• Plan and deliver beginner-friendly lessons covering the lost-wax bronze casting process from original sculpture through casting and finishing.
• Demonstrate professional foundry techniques and provide one-on-one assistance appropriate to students’ experience levels.
• Prepare the studio, tools, equipment, and materials before class and restore the workspace after instruction.
• Explain and enforce all studio safety procedures, including appropriate clothing, closed-toe footwear, safe tool use, heat awareness, ventilation, and handling of foundry materials.
• Inspect tools and equipment before use, report maintenance or safety concerns promptly, and help maintain an orderly instructional environment.
• Communicate course requirements and material costs clearly, including student responsibility to purchase bronze for projects.
• Collaborate with other instructors and Harper College staff.
• Complete attendance, student assessment, and administrative records; attend department or faculty meetings as requested.
• Participate in recruitment or program-promotion activities and integrate appropriate technology into instruction.

Skills

Teaching experience

Safety awareness

Interpersonal skills

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Bronze casting or related discipline training

Tools

Foundry tools

Job description

Harper College seeks a Bronze Foundry Instructor to teach non-credit group classes for students 16 and older, primarily during evening and weekend hours. Classes cover the lost-wax bronze casting process through demonstrations, supervised practice, and individualized help. Enrollment determines class availability.

Formal training or equivalent experience in bronze casting or metal arts is required. Strong safety commitment, teaching ability, and the capacity to work with diverse learners are