Ceramics Instructor - Salem YMCA

Do you love ceramics and sharing your passion with others? The Salem YMCA is seeking a Ceramics Instructor to teach beginner wheel throwing and hand building classes! This role requires Saturday availability and a creative, patient approach to working with youth and adults.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead beginner ceramics classes and workshops in a safe, welcoming environment.

• Teach both wheel throwing and hand building techniques.

• Support participants’ skill-building, confidence, and creative exploration.

• Assist with studio setup, cleanup, and safe use of equipment.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in ceramics instruction and/or creative arts programs.

• Comfort teaching youth and adults in structured settings.

• CPR and First Aid certified (or willing to obtain).

• Flexible availability, including Saturdays, with additional hours possible.

Perks:

• Join a creative, supportive team.

• Gain hands-on teaching experience in a well-equipped studio.

• Make an impact by inspiring creativity in your community.

Apply today and help our participants explore their creativity at the Salem YMCA!

Qualifications

• Experience instructing or assisting in creative arts settings preferred.

• Experience working with children or youth in structured environments strongly preferred.

• Ability to demonstrate and teach artistic techniques at an age-appropriate level.

• Strong interpersonal skills to engage participants creatively and respectfully.

• Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid Certifications.

• Flexible availability, including afternoons, evenings, and weekends as scheduled.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to physically demonstrate and verbally describe skills taught in classes.

• Must be able to lift and carry equipment and supplies up to 40 lbs.

• Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours.

• May require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking; ability to navigate uneven surfaces.

• Must be able to communicate effectively, respond to critical situations, and act swiftly in emergencies.

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.