JOB OPENINGS
Lillstreet Art Center is home to creatives across a wide spectrum. Our job opportunities include teaching, administration, building management and we have a studio monitor program. We recognise arts as a field where experience and requirements can be fluid, so please apply even if you don’t meet a 100 percent of the skills listed in the job description.
Lillstreet Art Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply, regardless of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, age, height, weight, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, marital or domestic partner status, or religious affiliation.
Metalsmithing & Jewelry Teaching Artist
Subjects
The Metalsmithing & Jewelry Department is accepting applications on a rolling basis for instructors to teach in-person arts classes starting in September 2022 and beyond. We are looking for:
- In-house evening and weekend workshops
- Beginner to Intermediate level project-based workshops
- Jewelry & Functional wares
- Basic silversmithing projects: rings, cuffs, bangles, earrings, pendants, etc
- Potential lead into teaching beginner classes and 5-10 week specialty class offerings, depending on availability (AM & After noon availability for classes is a plus)
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in arts or higher or 5+ years as a working artist
- At least two years of previous teaching experience, or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience
- Positive, professional, and motivational
- Excellent people skills
- Must be comfortable working with adults of all skill levels and abilities
- Evening and weekend availability preferred
To Apply
Please send an email to metals@lillstreet.com with the subject line “Metalsmithing & Jewelry Teaching Artist Application” and include:
- CV/ Resume
- Cover letter
- Link to a personal website/ online portfolio or 4 to 6 images in jpeg or pdf format
- Teaching philosophy
- 3 references (both personal and professional)
- Up to 6 images of student work (if available)
Compensation
This is a contract position with an hourly rate based on experience, starting at $24/ hr.
