Pottery Instructor - Part-Time

.Deadline: Open until filled

GENERAL PURPOSE

Responsible for the implementation of pottery and ceramics activities for all ages.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent with experience in pottery and ceramics preferred. Must have good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Plan specific pottery and/or ceramics projects.
2. Set up equipment and clean up after class.
3. Instruct and supervise participants.
4. Clean and organize supplies.
5. Follow kiln firing schedule and communicate firing needs with Lead Pottery Instructor.
6. Report supply needs to Lead Pottery Instructor.
7. Load and empty kiln as needed.
8. Provide a high quality of customer service in a professional manner to the internal customer that will facilitate team building and exceptional customer service to the external customer.
9. Follow the Wheaton Park District policies, procedures, and guidelines.
10. Proactively support the V.A.L.U.E.S. (integrity, fun, commitment, adaptability and growth, kindness, and service) on a daily basis.
11. Maintain good safety awareness and follow all safety guidelines and procedures.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, ETC.

Must have and maintain: CPR/AED certified or obtain within one (1) year of employment. Be a “Mandated Reporter” for the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: frequently remain in a stationary position with repetitive use of hands/fingers/arms for long periods of time; occasionally move about the facility and position ones’ self to move supplies, equipment, pottery pieces, etc. weighing up to 10 lbs. an occasionally overhead and shoulders.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: work in an indoor environment with moderate lighting and noise; exposure to cleaning chemicals, clay, fumes, odors, and heat from the kiln.

HOURS

A variety of hours including day-time camps, evenings and weekends

SALARY

$16.00 - $18.00 DOQ

SALARY RANGE

*Specialized Services*

• This category recognizes that certain positions within the District do not fit traditional job grades.
• Jobs in this category are populated by part-time instructors/fixed amount/gratuity based/other positions.

Wheaton Park District is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V