Pottery Instructor – District of West Vancouver

Pottery Instructor

(Casual)

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive, diverse and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.

The West Vancouver Community Services Department has an opening for a Pottery Instructor. This position will be responsible for:

• Guiding, engaging and teaching students of all ages different techniques and styles;
• organizing and preparing different projects or workshops depending on the style of class being taught;
• cleaning of the studio and equipment before and after teaching;
• explaining the registration process and community centres activities;
• responding to questions and raises concerns to the supervisor who refers parents/families to community resources; and,
• other related duties as required.

The successful candidate will have experience and/or training in pottery and experience teaching or working with various pottery techniques.  Previous teaching experience will be considered and asset.

The successful candidate is required to supply an acceptable police information check with vulnerable sector at their own expense.

Position Status:
Non-Union – Casual

Hours of Work:

Hours of work may vary, potentially required to teach evenings and weekends.

Rate of Pay:
$24.00 per hour plus 4% in lieu of benefits, (can vary based on experience and qualifications)

Closing Date:
11:59 p.m. on February 25, 2024

To Apply:
Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Centre at westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position.

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted