Mosaics Instructor

The City of Lake Forest is looking for a qualified adult to instruct Mosaics courses at Stirling Hall Art Center. Instructors must have a strong knowledge base of mosaics, be professional and reliable, and display high quality customer service. Developing a strong relationship with our student base is important at Stirling Hall Art Center and our instructors are expected to be attentive, informative and helpful for our students at all times.

• Inventory of supply and developing list of necessities for each session
• Stirling Hall has a well-stocked inventory of various stained glazes as well as stone tiles.

• Instructing 1 or 2 total Mosaics sessions in the Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer.
• One class has traditionally been Thursday 6:30-8:30pm and the other Friday 12:30-2:30pm.
• Provide the highest quality of instruction to up to 12 total students.
• Ability to develop lesson plans and demo proper mosaic techniques.

* One hour of prep-time is paid per class

• Strong knowledge of glass mosaics and ceramic mosaics, including glazing and firing to Cone 10 Reduction techniques.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Willingness to attend instructor meetings, substitute for classes and help with special events at the art center
• Strong leadership skills

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
• Previous Mosaic experience is required as an instructor or student.