Part-Time Ceramics Teacher
Location: Hoboken, New Jersey | Type: Part-time
About the role
The Hudson School seeks a skilled ceramics artist-educator to teach Elements of Ceramics to Upper School students in grades 10–12. This part-time position comprises four 40-minute class sessions per week and offers the flexibility to design your own course. The ideal candidate brings both a strong studio practice and a genuine passion for teaching 3D ceramic art.
Responsibilities
- Explore functional and sculptural forms through hand-building and 3D mixed media.
- Connect projects to global, historical, and contemporary ceramic traditions while instructing on the stages of clay, reclamation procedures, and kiln operation.
- Maintain a safe, well-organized studio environment, including proper care of tools, materials, and equipment.
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues as needed.
Qualifications
- BFA, MFA, or equivalent professional or teaching experience in ceramics.
- Prior teaching experience at the secondary level is strongly preferred.
Pay
$55 per 40-minute class period taught.
About The Hudson School
Founded in 1978, The Hudson School in Hoboken, NJ provides intellectually inquisitive students with a rigorous and relevant college-preparatory education that inspires independent thinking and intellectual risk-taking. Our goal is to develop compassionate, responsible, principled citizens who are socially conscious and committed to lifelong learning and service. The school fosters an eclectic and supportive environment that challenges students and faculty to develop their passions and talents through a stimulating, balanced, and creative interdisciplinary curriculum.