Ceramics Teacher

Loomis Chaffee School; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Ceramics Teacher to join their Visual Arts Department. This full-time position, starting in August 2025, offers an exciting opportunity to inspire students through the art of ceramics. The ideal candidate will possess an MFA and have a strong background in teaching at the secondary school level, with a deep understanding of kiln-formed work. This role not only involves teaching but may also include residential responsibilities and participation in school programs, fostering a vibrant community. If you are enthusiastic about working with adolescents and contributing to a diverse educational environment, this position is for you.

Benefits

Housing may be available

Diverse faculty and staff

Participation in school programs

Qualifications

• MFA preferred with experience teaching secondary school students.
• Thorough knowledge of ceramics and kiln-formed work.

Responsibilities

• Teach Ceramics and potentially other Visual Arts classes.
• May include dormitory residence and participation in afternoon programs.

Skills

Teaching Ceramics

Knowledge of kiln-formed work

Working with adolescents

Visual Arts Instruction

Education

MFA in Visual Arts

Job description

Functional and Sculptural Ceramics Visual Art Teacher

The Loomis Chaffee School announces a search for a full-time Ceramics Teacher to begin teaching in August 2025. The preferred candidate has an MFA, experience teaching at the secondary school level, thorough knowledge of the media of ceramics, including kiln-formed work, and an obvious joy in working with adolescents. The ability to teach classes across the Visual Arts Department is a plus.

Loomis Chaffee is a boarding school and in addition to teaching Visual Arts, other responsibilities could include dormitory residence or affiliation as well as participation in the afternoon program at the school in a manner commensurate with the candidate’s skills. Housing may be available.

Loomis Chaffee is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Candidates should attach to their application a cover letter, resume, any letters of recommendation available, and a list of references.