ABOUT NU CERAMICS STUDIO:

Nu Ceramics is a vibrant community studio located in the heart of Atlantic Canada. We’re passionate about pottery, creativity, and building a welcoming environment where students of all levels can explore the many ways of working with clay. Our instructors are key to that mission, inspiring and guiding students through hands-on learning and discovery.

JOB SUMMARY:

We’re looking for a friendly, knowledgeable, and patient instructor to lead our a variety of beginner and specialty classes. These sessions are designed to introduce new potters to the fundamentals of clay. You’ll be responsible for guiding students through basic techniques and ensuring a fun, safe, and engaging experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Passion for pottery and community arts
• Comfortable working with students of varying skill levels and learning styles
• Proficient in wheel throwing, surface finishing techniques, and handbuilding
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage a classroom
• Experience teaching or assisting in a ceramics studio setting

BONUS SKILLS (NICE TO HAVE):

• First aid certification
• Experience with kiln loading/firing and studio maintenance
• Background in art education or similar fields

• Teach beginner-level wheel & handbuilding classes in a group setting (avg. 6–8 students)
• Demonstrate proper techniques for wheel-throwing, trimming, hand-building and glazing
• Guide students in creating functional forms such as mugs
• Offer individualized feedback and encouragement
• Prepare and clean up the teaching area before and after each class
• Monitor and maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment
• Collaborate with studio staff on scheduling, class planning, and communication