Ceramic Instructor

Chicago Artists Coalition helps people connect with opportunities including calls for artists, jobs, and available studio space

MADE Chicago’s mission is to provide Material Art and Design Education to creatives of all levels and backgrounds. From beginning classes to advanced craft education, MADE Chicago is built to engage Chicago’s unique arts community and create economic opportunities for artists. We provide professional studio space and the highest quality support in and out of the classroom. As a woman-owned business, we are committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for our ever-growing community of artists.

We seek ceramic artists with handbuilding and wheel throwing skills to teach, beginning through advanced classes and workshops. Candidates should have a robust teaching resume and extensive experience with ceramic topics and techniques. Additional valuable skills are familiarity with electric kiln loading and firing to cone 6 and experience making glaze and slip. Proficiency with tools and processes used to help students develop skills in hand built and wheel thrown ceramics required.

• Wheel throwing I-III
• Handbuilding I-III
• Handbuilding project based classes
• Wheel throwing and themed handbuilding workshops

• Bachelor's of Fine Arts in a studio discipline or Art Education
• One year teaching experience or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and experience
• Must be a clear, effective communicator, able to deliver detailed technical information to adults of all skill levels and abilities
• Must strive to create a positive and supportive classroom environment
• U.S. Citizens or Green Card Holder

Please email  with the subject line "Teaching application."

• Resume
• Link to a personal website or online portfolio