Summary

The Community School of Music and Arts (CSMA) is seeking highly qualified instructors in ceramics to work at CSMA’s primary Finn Center site in Mountain View. This is a part-time, non-exempt position beginning Summer 2023. The position reports to the Visual Arts Program Manager.

Responsibilities

• Teach ceramics classes to students ages 8 to adult, incorporating both handbuilt and wheel-thrown techniques as appropriate.
• Develop age and skill appropriate lesson plans that develop students’ skills, while providing a fun and creative environment for student growth.
• Provide feedback to students throughout each lesson and recommend next steps in their art education.
• Organize and prepare student work for firing and glazing.
• Perform basic kiln operations, including loading and unloading of work.
• Perform regular studio maintenance, adhering to studio operational and safety protocols.
• Communicate in a positive and consistent way with students, parents, and program and administrative staff.
• Demonstrate a commitment to CSMA’s mission and values.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Art or Art Education or equivalent experience.
• Active working artist with local presence and established teaching track record, (ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience).
• Experience in teaching Ceramic classes using Wheel thrown techniques required
• Experience working in and maintaining ceramics studio protocols.
• Ability to work with students of a wide variety of skills and backgrounds.
• Well-developed classroom management and communication skills.
• Highly developed interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Competent computer skills, particularly MS Office and GSuite.

Physical Demands

• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Benefits Include

• Paid Sick Leave per California Paid Sick Leave Act
• Faculty who work an average of 20 hours or more per week are eligible for CSMA health benefits.
• All supplies and equipment are provided by the school.
• Professional Development opportunities and grants for faculty.
• Opportunities to show faculty work in the Mohr Gallery.
• Employee and Family discount on private lessons and classes

Schedule
The available role includes introductory ceramics classes for adult students on Saturday morning & afternoons on an ongoing basis.

COVID-19 considerations
CSMA has a mandatory vaccination policy for onsite staff and faculty subject only to the limited
exemptions required by law.