Pottery Camp Instructor

About the role Creative Hands Studio is looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Pottery Camp Instructor to lead our 5-day full-week pottery camp this summer June 15 to August 30. You'll introduce young artists to the wonderful world of clay — from hand-building basics to wheel throwing — all within our fully equipped pottery studio in Bothell. Each week features a unique theme and project set, giving returning campers a fresh experience every time. What you'll do Plan and lead daily pottery projects tied to each week's unique theme, progressing campers through building, decorating, and finishing techniques. Teach foundational clay techniques including hand-building (pinch, coil, slab) and introduce wheel throwing at age-appropriate levels. Guide campers through surface decoration, glazing, and finishing — explaining how pieces will be fired in the kiln. Manage clay prep, tool setup, and studio cleanup each day — maintaining a safe and well-organized workspace. Monitor drying and greenware stages throughout the week to ensure pieces are kiln-ready by Friday. Create a warm, encouraging studio culture where campers feel proud of their work and confident to experiment with clay. Communicate with parents and coordinate with studio staff for smooth daily operations and camper pick-up. What we're looking for

Required:

Hands-on experience with ceramics and pottery — hand-building and/or wheel throwing.

Required:

Experience teaching or working with children in a camp, studio, or classroom environment.

Required:

Familiarity with studio safety, clay handling, glaze application, and basic kiln awareness.

Preferred:

Background in ceramics, fine arts, or art education at a college or professional level. Patient, creative, and energetic — someone who can make the mess and magic of clay genuinely fun for young artists. Ability to pass a background check (required for all youth-serving staff). Perks & details Fully equipped pottery studio Weekly schedule flexibility Collaborative, supportive team Discounts on CHS classes & events How to apply Send your resume and a brief note about your pottery or ceramics experience to info@creativehandsstudio.net with the subject line "Pottery Camp Instructor." Photos of your own ceramic work are very welcome!

Pay:

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person