Job Description

Job Location HRCA Rec Center at Southridge - Highlands Ranch, CO 80130 Position Type Part Time Salary Range $24.00 - $27.00 Hourly

Job Category Art/Education

JOB TITLE: Pottery Instructor ll FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

General Statement of Duties: Performs a variety of operational and instructional duties related to the following Art and Education Programs: Youth and Adult Pottery.

Supervision Received: Works under the direction of the Arts Enrichment Coordinator.

Supervision Exercised: None

Examples of Duties: The following examples of duties are intended to be illustrative only and not to be construed as all inclusive.

• Instructs classes within the Pottery area for youth and adult classes.
• Operates the kilns and mix glazes as the volume of the program dictates. While performing these duties, provide pottery studio supervision during open lab times.
• Works closely with the Arts Enrichment Coordinator regarding inventory and placement of supply orders.
• Plans and prepare your own class curriculum while providing feedback on curriculum needs for other instructors for all other classes and programs.
• Responsible for keeping the pottery studio clean and organized, including tables, cubby areas, kiln and glaze rooms, and maintaining cleanliness of wheels, sinks, slab roller and other equipment.
• Oversees and manages the Pottery Sales.
• Performs related duties as assigned and required.

Physical and Environmental Standards Must be able to repeatedly sit, walk, stand, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, reach and lift, push, and pull. Must be able to type, write, use a calculator, use a computer, and answer the telephone. Must possess the ability to use the telephone/cellphone to talk and hear. The ability to communicate face-to-face is needed. Vision requirements include near and far acuity. Must be able to properly lift/move 20 pounds unassisted and 40 pounds with help. Must be able to conduct classes at all four (4) recreation facilities.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Background in art programming for youth and adults. Ability to effectively communicate in oral and written formats with staff and members. Ability to understand and interpret rules and regulations which govern the HRCA membership. Ability to collect, analyze and present data in report format. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, peers and HRCA membership. Must possess or be able to obtain current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of employment.

Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Benefits Benefits for part time employees include Paid Sick Leave, EAP (Employee Assistance Program), Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts (30%) for Programs and Events, Referral Program, Recreation Center usage.

401k plus company match and Health Insurance, Telehealth and Flex Plans after one year if the minimum hours requirement is determined.

Education Bachelor’s degree in art or other related areas from an accredited college or university preferred. Workshops and Certifications will be considered.

Experience: Two years in youth and adult clay arts programming or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Application Submittal Deadline 1/26/2026

EOE