Ceramics Studio Instructor for Seniors (29h/wk)

City-of-Madison,-Al; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

RSA - Retirement Benefits is seeking a dedicated supervisor to direct the operations of the Ceramics Craft Shop at the Senior Center. You will plan, program and run all aspects of the ceramics and clay program, helping seniors mold, pour, and paint pieces while teaching slabwork, coiling and texturing techniques.

The role requires the ability to work with seniors and volunteers, strong teaching skills, and a solid safety mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CPR certification.
• Strong teaching and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with seniors and volunteers.
• Knowledge of ceramics processes and safety.

Responsibilities

• Plan, program and operate all aspects of the Senior Center Ceramics and Clay Program.
• Assist the seniors in crafting ceramic pieces to include pouring molds, removing items from molds and preparing them for painting.
• Assist the seniors with clay techniques including slabwork, extruding, coiling, pinching and texturing.
• Demonstrate and teach techniques for coloring and fabricating ceramic pieces.

Skills

Active listening

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Teaching

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kilns

Sliptable

Slabroller

Wall extruder

Job description

RSA - Retirement Benefits is seeking a dedicated supervisor to direct the operations of the Ceramics Craft Shop at the Senior Center. You will plan, program and run all aspects of the ceramics and clay program, helping seniors mold, pour, and paint pieces while teaching slabwork, coiling and texturing techniques.

The role requires the ability to work with seniors and volunteers, strong teaching skills, and a solid safety mindset.