Arts & Enrichment Ceramics/Pottery Instructor I - II

Job Description

Job Description

Arts & Enrichment Ceramics/Pottery Instructor I - II

for Evenings/Weekends Buck Recreation Center - Littleton

(Part-Time, Non-Exempt)

Application Closing Deadline: Ongoing/Open.

This is an ongoing recruitment process, with no specific closing date. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

$17.05 - $22.75 per hour

Position Summary:

Under the close supervision of the Arts and Enrichment Coordinator, this position teaches art and enrichment classes for all ages in both group and individual settings. Also teaches specialized arts, enrichment classes, birthday parties and special events offsite. This position will primarily teach ceramics classes and possibly other classes based on individual expertise. Classes will normally be on evenings and weekends, but some classes may be offered during the day. This position teaches wheel throwing and potentially handbuilding classes when needed.

Essential Duties:

• Responsible for planning and the instruction of art and enrichment classes for participants with varying levels of skill and ability. Must participate in each class and with every level; adapting instruction techniques to meet the needs of participants.
• Maintains course records and rosters.
• Communicate with co-workers, patrons and coordinators effectively and efficiently.
• Present art to students by showing examples of selected art, provide students with tools and raw materials to produce their own art, teach students how to use tools and raw materials properly
• Help promote arts and enrichment programming.
• Ensure that appropriate equipment/supplies are available for classes and events; set up and take down. Perform required cleaning.
• Inspects and reports tool/equipment condition on a regular basis to ensure safe use.
• Monitor supply inventory and ensure responsible use of supplies to prevent waste.
• Be prepared, creative and energized when teaching.
• Provide a safe learning environment and manage the classroom effectively; keep students in line of vision at all times/never turn back on class.
• Enforce safety and program rules, policies, and regulations.
• Recognize emergency and dangerous situations by reacting quickly and calmly; administer first aid as needed. Completes Accident/Incident report.
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Correct or inform supervisor of any facility hazards; communicate issues/complaints to supervisor as needed.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, trainings, and orientations.
• Travel to offsite special events to instruct and lead art and enrichment classes.
• Attend work on a regular, reliable and punctual basis; subs for co-workers when available; is responsible for securing substitutes for all scheduled and published shifts if unable to work.

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive duties of the position. Incumbents may be required to follow any other instructions, and to perform any other related duties, as may be required.

Education and/or Experience:

Arts & Enrichment Instructor I

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have at least one (1) year of teaching experience in art.
• Experience teaching art and/or enrichment is preferred.

Arts & Enrichment Instructor II

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have at least two (2) years of professional teaching experience in art.
• Experience teaching art and/or enrichment is preferred.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

• Current certifications in AED/CPR and First Aid preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within thirty (30) days of employment. Must be insurable by the District carrier at the onset and for the duration of employment.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of teaching and learning techniques and methodologies.
• Must be knowledgeable of positive interaction techniques with children, students and their parents, adult and senior students, and staff. Demonstrates use of these techniques in all interactions.
• Must be able to work with students in a constructive and caring manner while creating unique and fun art projects and teaching safety in the classroom.
• Requires the ability to communicate verbally with both children and adults.
• Must be flexible and able to handle multiple tasks and conflicting priorities.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Material and Equipment Used:

To successfully perform the required job duties, this position regularly uses a phone, computer, fax, copies, digital/video cameras, and tools and equipment required for specific course curriculum (e.g art tools, clay, etc.).

Working Environment:

This position works indoors in a classroom or recreation center and must be able to work in a noisy environment. May also work in a busy office environment subject to continuous interruptions. This position regularly uses equipment and tools required for specific course curriculum, and office supplies such as a telephone, computer, fax machine, and copier. May occasionally work outside subject to variable weather, ecosystems and landscapes.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to demonstrate and perform the techniques unique to varying art disciplines. Must be able to push, pull or balance. Upper body strength is a requisite to lift/move a maximum of 25 pounds unassisted, and lift/move a maximum of 75 pounds with assistance. Vision requirements include: near acuity, far acuity, and depth perception and color vision. Must be able to frequently sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, reach and lift, exhibit manual dexterity and the ability to handle objects. The ability to talk and hear via the telephone, email, and through face-to-face communication is needed.

This list is not all-inclusive and represents examples of the work environment and physical demands.

Employee Benefits & Perks at South Suburban

• FREE use of District fitness centers and swimming pools
• Discounts on recreation classes and golf (applicable to employees working 14+ hours/week)
• Paid sick leave
• Opportunities for training and promotion from within
• Flexible schedules
• To view a complete listing of the District’s most current benefit package, please visit

About Us

Our mission is to foster healthy living through stewardship of the environment, parks, trails, and open space by providing recreational services and programs.

We serve residents in Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Centennial west of I-25, Littleton, Lone Tree and Sheridan and unincorporated portions of Douglas, Jefferson and Arapahoe counties. We operate four full-service recreation centers, golf courses, outdoor pools and restaurants, two ice centers and miniature golf courses, abotanical garden event center, a BMX track, a sports dome, batting cages, an entertainment center, a hotel and a nature center. In addition, we maintain nearly 3,800 acres of developed and open space land, including 119 multi-purpose athletic fields, more than 100 parks, nearly 80 miles of trails, 60 playgrounds, 56 tennis courts, and the 880-acre South Platte Park.

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