Ceramics Teaching Artist

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Written By Ben Thietje

The Phipps Center for the Arts in Hudson, WI is seeking a ceramics teaching artist.

Status:
Part-time / Contract (hours vary based on class schedule)

Salary:
$32/hour

About the Phipps Center for the Arts:
For over 40 years, the Phipps Center for the Arts has been a welcoming home for the St. Croix River Valley and beyond, empowering and cultivating lifelong artistic expression, participation, and appreciation. We are committed to providing a space where everyone can explore and celebrate the arts. The Phipps strives to foster an environment of respect, where all creative voices are supported—regardless of race, ethnicity, creed, color, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, socio-economic status, religion, age, gender, or gender identity.

Position Overview:
The Phipps Center is seeking an enthusiastic Ceramics Teaching Artist to lead wheel-throwing and handbuilding classes, and clay workshops for youth and adult students. Share your skills, grow your teaching practice, and help students of all ages explore the joy of clay.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Teach pottery classes on the wheel, handbuilding technique classes, and themed workshops 

  • Develop, plan and implement ceramics curriculum  

  • Work with students of all ages, including kids, teens, and adults 

  • Demonstrate a knowledge of wheel thrown and hand-built clay construction, glazing and firing 

  • Provide hands-on demonstrations for students 

  • Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging classroom environment 

  • Assist with studio setup, cleanup, and basic kiln loading as needed 

  • Collaborate with the Ceramics Studio Manager to ensure classes run smoothly 

  • Provide constructive feedback to students and encourage skill development

Qualifications:

  • Degree and/or experience in ceramic arts or related field 

  • Experience teaching ceramics in a classroom or workshop setting 

  • Proficiency in wheel throwing and handbuilding techniques 

  • Familiarity with Lockerbie-style kickwheels 

  • Strong classroom management and communication skills 

  • Passion for mentoring students and creating a positive learning experience 

  • Experience with kiln loading a plus

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. 

  • Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, standing, bending, reaching, and squatting

The Phipps Center for the Arts is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Click HERE to apply.
Deadline to apply: December 22, 2025

Ben Thietje
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