Youth Ceramics Instructor

Youth Ceramics Instructor

Northbrook Community Center - Northbrook, IL 60062

Salary Range $25.00 - $35.00 Hourly Position Type Part Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Category Visual Arts

Join our amazing team as a Youth Ceramics Instructor. This position is responsible for teaching assigned classes in a designated program area, within established program guidelines and while providing the proper guidance and support for each participant. Class instruction may vary based on level of expertise of students/attendees and age range of students/attendees. May instruct classes for children through adult age.

Demonstrates commitment to the Mission, Vision and Guiding Principles of the District.

Pay &

Schedule:

$25.00-$35.00 Per Hour

Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Sundays 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Additional hours as classes increase enrollment

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements lessons or schedule supporting the established program curriculum.
• Actively engages all students and provides support and constructive feedback.
• Tracks attendance records and documents student progress, when required.
• Prepares students for end of session shows as needed.
• Arrives before class start time to inspect instruction space, set-up equipment and supplies if needed and greet students.
• Regularly updates Supervisor on the condition of the teaching space and equipment.
• Plans and organizes class routines, projects, when required.
• Diligently follows and adheres to all safety policies and procedures.
• Collaborates with internal and external customers in a positive manner.
• Follows safe work practices.
• Attends trainings and meetings as required.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Benefits

All employees are eligible for the Recreation Benefits usage, which includes discounted and/or complimentary services.

Degree from four-year college or university with major course work in the subject area being taught or supplemented by four (4) years teaching experience or experience working in the program area; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, ability and skills.

Skills & Abilities

• Lead and interact positively with children and adults
• Teach through demonstration of specific subject matter being taught
• Can work independently and efficiently
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Work with co-workers and the public in a professional manner during stressful situations
• Become CPR/AED Certified

Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of subject material being taught
• Hands-on experience working with children
• District safety policies and procedures

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed primarily in an indoor classroom/studio, ice rink or outdoors. Employee may be exposed to cold temperatures and to quick changes in temperatures. The employee may work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand for long periods of time and use arms and hands to demonstrate subject matter.
• The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision and the ability to adjust focus.