Art Center Instructor - Youth and Family Ceramics (Part-time)

Art Center Instructor – Youth and Family Ceramics (Part-time)

Deadline to apply: Monday, February 9, 2026

Expected Start Date: February 23, 2026

Details

• Part Time (Part-time/Temporary/Seasonal Status), non-exempt


• $23.00 - $24.00 per hour (depending on qualifications)


• Reports to Recreation Supervisor- Arts and Events


• Located at Eden Prairie Art Center (7650 Equitable Dr., Eden Prairie, MN).


• Hours vary based on experience and Art Center needs: evenings, weekends, including Sunday shifts needed.

Responsibilities

The Art Center Instructor leads classes, workshops, and special event projects for a variety of ages based on area of expertise and the needs of the Art Center. Must be able to teach youth and family ceramics at an introductory to intermediate level for children, youth, and families. Individuals hired for this position may substitute for art classes in other mediums. Preference given to those instructors with experience teaching ceramics and glass. The primary position responsibilities and areas of impact are:

• Prepares and provides creative curriculum and instruction for ceramics, including pottery wheel and hand-building. Works with Lead Studio Tech to coordinate firings. Instructs special bookings such as birthday/private parties or lessons and events. Ensures student needs are met through personal recognition, individual and group instruction, and providing quality service.


• Effectively prepares the necessary resources and supplies prior to class and responds in timely manner to emails and other schedule inquiries.


• Assumes a leadership role as an arts professional through administration of all Art Center policies and procedures, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for participants and monitoring the well-being of all participants throughout art programs. Assists in the upkeep and general maintenance of the Art Center building. May be responsible for opening and closing the Art Center building for programs and open studio time.

While these areas are the primary focus of this position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City.

Requirements

• At least one year of formal or hands-on training in ceramics instruction. B.S., B.A., or B.F.A. degree in ceramics, studio arts, arts education or related subject preferred.


• Minimum of 1 year experience teaching ceramics to children, youth or families required.


• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred. Experience teaching both Ceramics and Glass classes preferred. Able to create lesson plans independently for children, youth, or families in wheel throwing, hand-building, and glass. Some equipment training or subject-matter training provided. Weekend/evening availability preferred.


• Experience teaching children or youth in an educational, community or recreation setting preferred. Art teaching experience in a school or art center setting preferred.


• CPR and First Aid certifications are preferred.


• Candidates must successfully complete and pass the City’s evaluation of the pre-employment process prior to their first day of employment. Pre-employment processes for this position includes professional reference checks, background check, work verification.

Skills

• Able to convey a message to get a point across. Communicates in a clear and concise manner. Able to write clearly and succinctly. Tailors message to a variety of communication settings and styles.


• Ability to perform and/or coordinate several activities, responsibilities, and tasks simultaneously in a polite and professional manner. Prioritizes what needs to get done. Keeps things neat and orderly. Utilizes tools for efficiency. Factors several considerations when planning. Establishes methods to ensure routine tasks are completed.


• Ability to tackle a problem by using logical, systematic, sequential approach. Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternatives. Notices discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information. Identifies a set of features, parameters or considerations to take into account in analyzing a situation or making a decision.

City of Eden Prairie Values

We are a service organization. We take pride in what we do. We cultivate a supportive, encouraging and productive culture with a strong customer focus. We promote wellness and plan work/life balance into our goals. We value differences and foster inclusion. We achieve success by exhibiting our core values: collaboration, innovation, integrity, performance and relationships.

Application Process

To apply, please visit www.edenprairieMN.gov and click on the Jobs tab