Ceramic camp teacher MADE Chicago

MADE Chicago is hiring ceramic camp teachers for our 2026 camp program.

Our camps introduce students ages 5-13 to ceramics through hands‑on making in a supportive, creative studio environment. Students build skills, confidence, and creative independence while working with clay.

Positions are seasonal, Monday‑Friday, and hired by the week.

• Handbuilding Camps (Ages 5–8)
• Wheelthrowing Camps (Ages 9–13)

• Lead daily ceramics instruction for campers
• Teach foundational handbuilding and/or wheelthrowing skills
• Support campers in developing design concepts and creative problem‑solving
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and well‑managed classroom environment
• Collaborate with assistants to ensure smooth daily operations
• Maintain studio cleanliness and safety protocols

• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts (studio discipline) or Art Education
• Minimum 1 year of experience teaching ceramics (wheelthrowing and/or handbuilding)
• At least 2 years of teaching experience (or equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and experience)
• Prior experience teaching children
• Strong technical proficiency in ceramic processes and studio tools
• Familiarity with sketchbook design, project planning, and 3D design concepts
• Clear and effective communicator, able to deliver technical information to children of varying skill levels
• Strong classroom management skills
• Commitment to creating a supportive and encouraging learning environment

• $27.00/hour
• Weekly seasonal position
• Monday‑Friday teaching schedule

To Apply:

Please email  with the subject line: “Summer Camp Application”.

Include the following materials:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Link to personal website or online portfolio
• 2 professional references

Applications that do not include all four materials will not be considered.