Job Description:
Reporting to the Program Coordinator, plan, organize, lead and supervise formal and structured pottery programs for child/youth and adults.
Responsibilities:
- Develop progressive lesson plan specific to the abilities of each group
- Demonstrate, instruct and lead participants through a set of specific advanced theory and techniques which may include using specialized equipment and supplies/resources.
- Supervise and evaluate participants progress throughout the program
- Administer first aid as required
- Complete Public Accident/Incident Reports or Complaint/Enquiry Forms as required
- Enforce City of Oshawa policies and procedures, including but not limited to: admission requirement standards, emergency procedures (eg. fire plan)
- Open and close program space
- Prepare and organize program equipment and supplies
- Perform safety check of equipment prior to being used
- Monitor and keep inventory of program supplies, inform Program Coordinator when supplies need replenishing
- Clean and maintain specialty art equipment, inform Program Coordinator of any issues
- Keep accurate participant attendance records
- Follow up with full-time staff regarding participants with extended absences
- Directly guide volunteers as required
Requirements:
- Experience with hand building techniques such as form, texture, construction, design and glazing
- Experience with wheel throwing techniques
- Experience with kiln operation, maintenance and firing
- Currently enrolled in or completed a post-secondary diploma or degree in visuals arts or art education or related discipline or a combination or related education or experience
- 5 years experience participating in the related discipline
- 2 years experience instructing in the related discipline
- Possess and keep current Standard First Aid/CPR 'C' qualifications
- Demonstrate good customer service and communication skills to deal effectively and courteously with staff and the general public; good interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships
- Attend all staff trainings and meetings
- Ability to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to provide a Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
