Ceramics Instructor Jobs
Ceramics Instructor jobs are open across K-12 schools, community colleges, art centers, and community education programs, from part-time studio assistants to full-time faculty and program directors, with specializations in wheel throwing, hand-building, and glaze chemistry. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Ceramics / Pottery Instructor — Part-Time
About Ashcan Clay
Ashcan Clay provides a welcoming, creative environment where students can explore ceramics, develop technical skills, and grow in confidence as artists.
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Ceramics / Pottery Instructor to join our team at our Syosset studio. The ideal candidate has strong wheel-throwing skills, enjoys teaching, and brings patience and enthusiasm to the classroom.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Ceramics, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Proficiency in wheel-throwing techniques; hand-building experience is a plus.
- Experience teaching teens and/or adults in a studio or classroom setting.
- Strong communication skills and a patient, encouraging teaching approach.
- Reliable, responsible, and able to work well with a team.
- Passion for teaching and helping students develop their creativity.
Schedule
This is a part-time position. Working days and hours will be discussed during the hiring process based on studio needs and instructor availability.
Start Date & Training
The start date will be determined during the hiring process. A 1–2 week paid training period will be provided before beginning teaching duties.
Location
Ashcan Clay — Syosset
140 Jericho Tpke B, Syosset, NY 11791
This is an in-person position.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume along with a portfolio or URL showcasing your work when applying.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Please submit your portfolio/ URL when you apply.
Work Location: In person
Ceramics / Pottery Instructor — Part-Time
About Ashcan Clay
Ashcan Clay provides a welcoming, creative environment where students can explore ceramics, develop technical skills, and grow in confidence as artists.
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Ceramics / Pottery Instructor to join our team at our Syosset studio. The ideal candidate has strong wheel-throwing skills, enjoys teaching, and brings patience and enthusiasm to the classroom.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Ceramics, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Proficiency in wheel-throwing techniques; hand-building experience is a plus.
- Experience teaching teens and/or adults in a studio or classroom setting.
- Strong communication skills and a patient, encouraging teaching approach.
- Reliable, responsible, and able to work well with a team.
- Passion for teaching and helping students develop their creativity.
Schedule
This is a part-time position. Working days and hours will be discussed during the hiring process based on studio needs and instructor availability.
Start Date & Training
The start date will be determined during the hiring process. A 1–2 week paid training period will be provided before beginning teaching duties.
Location
Ashcan Clay — Syosset
140 Jericho Tpke B, Syosset, NY 11791
This is an in-person position.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume along with a portfolio or URL showcasing your work when applying.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Please submit your portfolio/ URL when you apply.
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in ceramics instructor jobs.
- Bachelor's or Master of Fine Arts degree with a ceramics or studio art concentration
- Hands-on proficiency in wheel throwing, hand-building, and slab construction techniques
- Experience operating, loading, and maintaining electric or gas kilns safely
- Ability to develop lesson plans and curricula aligned to program learning outcomes
- Prior teaching experience in a classroom, community studio, or workshop setting
- Knowledge of glaze chemistry, surface treatments, and food-safe finishing standards
Tips for Your Ceramics Instructor Job Search
Tailor your resume to each setting
School district postings prioritize classroom management and curriculum alignment, while community art center listings weight studio production experience. Swap your bullet points to match the employer's language before you apply to each opening.
Build a teaching portfolio with documentation
Photograph finished student work alongside in-progress pieces to show your instructional range. Include a sample lesson plan or unit overview so hiring committees can see how you structure a class, not just what your own work looks like.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists ceramics instructor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by kiln and equipment type
Many listings specify electric, gas, or wood-fire kilns. If your hands-on experience matches the studio's equipment, call that out explicitly in your cover letter so the hiring director sees the practical fit immediately.
Prepare a demo lesson for studio interviews
Many programs ask finalists to teach a 15-to-20-minute hands-on demo to staff or students. Plan a technique introduction that works for mixed skill levels, and bring your own tools rather than relying on the school's supply room.
Negotiate supply budgets alongside salary
Studio instructors often absorb clay and glaze costs when budgets aren't negotiated upfront. Ask hiring managers what the annual materials budget is and whether adjunct or part-time instructors receive a supply stipend before you accept an offer.
Ceramics Instructor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most ceramics instructors?
The most active employers for ceramics instructors right now are Ashcan Studio of Art, YMCA, and City of Aurora, and the most openings are in Colorado, New York, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. School districts and community arts organizations tend to post the highest volume of openings each hiring cycle.
How many ceramics instructor jobs are remote?
About 0% of ceramics instructor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of studio work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include curriculum development, online continuing education courses, and arts program administration roles that sit alongside direct instruction.
How do you become a ceramics instructor?
Start by building a strong studio practice and earning a degree in ceramics, studio art, or art education at the bachelor's level, though many full-time college positions require an MFA. Accumulate teaching experience through assistantships, community workshops, or youth programs. Assemble a portfolio of your work and student outcomes, then apply to positions that match your setting preference, whether K-12, higher education, or community studios.
Can you get hired as a ceramics instructor with little experience?
Yes, entry-level ceramics instructor roles exist, particularly at community art centers, parks and recreation programs, and continuing education departments that prioritize studio skill over formal teaching history. Volunteering to lead workshops, assisting in youth programs, or teaching informal classes builds the classroom documentation that hiring committees want to see, even if your paid teaching background is limited.
What does the ceramics instructor interview process look like?
Most hiring processes start with a phone or video screen to review your background and teaching philosophy, followed by an in-person interview with an arts department committee or program director. Many employers then ask finalists to deliver a short hands-on teaching demonstration for staff or current students. Some school district positions also require a portfolio review and a background check before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to ceramics instructor jobs?
You can find and apply to ceramics instructor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, setting preference, and location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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