Instructional Assistant Ceramics

DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Dean of Arts and Humanities, perform specialized and technical duties to assist in operation and maintenance of a ceramics instructional lab, including monitor and maintain instructional labs, storage rooms, and equipment. Assist students in a classroom/lab setting with technical instructions on safe operation of equipment. Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

• Assists students in the operation and maintenance of a ceramics classroom/lab; performs specialized and technical duties to assure efficient operations; set up labs and equipment for instructors. (E)
• Assists teachers and students in the proper and safe use of a variety of equipment, materials, and supplies in the instructional setting; provides assistance to students as appropriate, assigned, or according to established procedures. (E)
• Assists students in the various steps of each project. (E)
• Prepares instructional materials and equipment for teacher demonstrations and student use as requested, according to approved procedures. (E)
• Maintains ceramic's classroom/lab environment and storerooms in a safe, clean, and orderly condition. (E)
• Prepares and tests clays and glazes; fires and maintains kilns; operates and maintains a wide variety of specialized equipment including but not limited to mixers, wheels, and hand and power tools. (E)
• Orders, receives, and stores supplies, materials, and equipment; maintains inventories, to assure appropriate quantities are available for instructional use. (E)
• Adjusts, maintains, calibrates, and performs minor repair to equipment; reports major repair needs or arrange for repairs according to established procedures. (E)
• Prepares and maintains various records and reports related to lab operations and activities, including clean-up of spaces, kiln firing and maintenance, and open lab hours as required. (E)
• Assists in the scheduling of the use of the ceramic's lab equipment and supplies. (E)
• Perform related duties as assigned. (E)

Education and experience:

Any combination equivalent to:
Associate's degree in Art or a related field with coursework in art, ceramics, and/or sculpture; and two (2) years practical experience working with ceramics.

• Principles, practices, procedures, and equipment used in various ceramic and sculpture processes and techniques, including clay and glaze chemistry.
• Safety regulations involving materials and equipment used in a ceramics classroom/laboratory.
• Methods and procedures related to handling, storage, use, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals/glazes.
• DEIA principles, cultural competence, and growth mindset.
• Strategies for engaging and supporting college students in the classroom/lab.
• Principles of communicating and collaborating effectively with diverse students, faculty, staff, and administration.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• District organization, operations, policies, and objectives.
• Basic computer operation.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Proper lifting techniques.

• Perform specialized and technical duties to ensure efficient ceramics classroom/laboratory operation.
• Provide information and assistance to students and staff in the ceramics subject area.
• Safely operate, maintain, and demonstrate the use of specialized equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Operate a computer terminal and related software applications.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Train, supervise, and provide support to a team of student workers.
• Communicate effectively in all methods of communication with diverse populations.
• Work equitably and effectively with current students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds in order to promote equal access to all programs.

Not applicable – no permanent full-time staff to supervise.

Instructors, student workers, students, vendors, other departmental personnel.

• Ceramics classroom/lab, storage areas, and outdoor kiln areas.
• Exposure to fumes and potentially hazardous chemicals.
• PPE will be provided to the employee.

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment.
• Lifting and carrying heavy objects.
• Loading and unloading kilns.
• Climbing a ladder.
• Pushing and pulling carts.
• Frequent standing, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, and squatting.

It is the responsibility of each applicant to have all the requested documents submitted through NEOGOV by the deadline date in order to continue in the application process for this position. Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to…