Hand-Builder​/Ceramics Co-Curricular Instructor

Hand-Builder/Ceramics Co-Curricular Instructor

Hawai?i Preparatory Academy (HPA) seeks an enthusiastic and skilled Hand-Builder / Ceramics Co-Curricular Instructor to mentor and lead high school students in our emerging hand-building ceramics program. This role is a unique opportunity to support student learning within a collaborative, creative, and culturally rich environment, bridging the gap between technical skill and artistic expression.

• Instruction & Mentorship:
  Lead 9th–12th grade students in foundational and advanced techniques, including hand‑building, wheel‑throwing, glazing, and firing processes.
• Safety & Stewardship:
  Provide comprehensive instruction in tool safety and studio protocols. Ensure students maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace at all times.
• Program Development:
  Assist in managing studio inventory, clay preparation (reclaiming), and kiln firing schedules (electric kiln).
• Collaboration:
  
  Work alongside the Arts Department to integrate ceramics into the broader co‑curricular landscape, fostering a supportive atmosphere for student artists.

• Technical Expertise:
  Proficiency in various hand‑building, ceramic processes and studio management.
• Teaching
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to work effectively with young adults in a workshop or studio setting. Prior experience working with high school students is preferred.
• Communication:
  Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine enthusiasm for working with high school students in a mentorship capacity.
• Student‑Centered Approach: A collaborative spirit and a commitment to HPA’s values of Culture, Belonging, and community engagement.

• Experience with kiln maintenance and specialized firing techniques.
• A portfolio of personal work or previous student work demonstrating technical proficiency.
• Previous experience in a community‑focused educational environment.

• Term:
  August through May (Academic Year).
• Academic Calendar:
  Three 10‑week Co‑Curricular Terms – Fall Term, Winter Term, Spring Term (including Winter Break and Spring break).
• Core
  
  Hours:
  
  Monday through Friday, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
• Future Opportunities:
  Potential for supplemental hours to support a prospective community‑based program, contingent upon candidate interest and qualifications.

Salary: $2,500 per term. In addition to monetary compensation, the successful candidate will have access to the studio and studio resources for their own professional work and artistic development.

HPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, marital status, arrest and court record, credit history, status as a victim of domestic or sexual violence, among other things, as provided for by State and Federal law.