Short Description
As a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, Pratt Fine Arts Center provides access to the transformative power of artistic expression through an inclusive community, culture of learning, and specially equipped studios.
Pratt Fine Arts Center is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, membership or educational programs and activities.
Current Opportunities:
- (PT) Beginning Stone Carving Instructor
- (PT) Intermediate Stone Carving Instructor
The Role Overview
Beginning Stone Carving: Hand Tools Instructor
The Beginning Stone Carving: Hand Tools Instructor is responsible for creating engaging curriculum and learning experiences for Pratt students in the Stone Studio. Responsibilities will include teaching Beginning Stone Carving: Hand Tools class and an occasional special topics class, such as the Intermediate Stone Carving: Intro to Power Tools. Must be able to clearly communicate technical information to students, including using hand tools for the reduction process of carving stone, as well as introduce students to pneumatic hand hammers. This includes maintaining a safe classroom environment as well as manage and maintain the stone yard for students during the duration of the classes.
Commitment to fostering a universally welcoming and respectful environment, with centering racial equity as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a core value at Pratt. Instructor will be responsible for preparing their own curriculum and supply list for classes which will be approved by studio manager.
Pratt Fine Arts Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Preferred candidates will be able to demonstrate an understanding of systemic oppression and the ability to apply an anti-racist lens to all work at Pratt. Black, Indigenous & People of Color (BIPoC) are encouraged to apply.
Intermediate Stone Carving: Intro to Power Tools Instructor
The Intermediate Stone Carving: Intro to Power Tools Instructor is responsible for creating engaging curriculum and learning experiences for Pratt students in the Stone Studio. Responsibilities will include teaching the Intermediate Stone Carving: Intro to Power Tools class and an occasional special topics class, such as Beginning Stone Carving: Hand Tools.
Must be able to clearly communicate technical information to students, including using a variety of power tools for the reduction process of carving harder stone. This includes maintaining a safe classroom environment as well as manage and maintain the stone yard for students during the duration of the classes. Commitment to fostering a universally welcoming and respectful environment, with centering racial equity as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a core value at Pratt. Instructor will be responsible for preparing their own curriculum and supply list for classes, which will be approved by the studio manager.
Pratt Fine Arts Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Preferred candidates will be able to demonstrate an understanding of systemic oppression and the ability to apply an anti-racist lens to all work at Pratt. Black, Indigenous & People of Color (BIPoC) are encouraged to apply.
Who Can Apply?
- Ability to develop and facilitate engaging courses that incorporate a balance of experiences, including demonstration, lecture, discussion, and independent work time
- Proficiency in leading and connecting with students in an intimate class setting of 3 to 8 adults at various skill levels and abilities.
- Strong organizational skills, relevant to class preparation and administrative tasks.
- Timely communication in email correspondence, deadlines, turning in waivers, reimbursements, class
evaluations, incident reports, etc. - Competence in working independently to prep class supplies.
- Create class hand-outs and/or informational signage to support students in learning key terms.
- Willingness to help build consistency in the Pratt program by aligning to common maintenance and
organizational studio norms. - Collaborate with other instructors to maintain consistency in the curriculum.
- Punctuality, respect, and adherence to guidelines for maintaining shared studio and storage spaces.
- Ability to stay current on and share opportunities for students such as Studio Access, and scholarship
opportunities. - Share Pratt’s broader mission with students: a quick tour through all the studios, highlight the contribution of namesake Edwin T. Pratt, racial equity core values, and other supplied talking points as provided.
- Adherence to Pratt policies and Studio procedures
Application Requirements
- Cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications. In addition, please include relevant experience with stone carving, DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) initiatives or experience working with communities of color
- Resume
- Three (3) embedded images of your stone carving work
- Two (2) professional references
How to Apply
Please send the application requirements to Miles Schlagel, Jewelry/Metals and Stone Studios Manager at mschlagel@pratt.org
Program Benefits
$ 36/hr, instructors are hired as employees and Pratt pays the employer’s share of employment taxes It also includes in-kind benefits in the form of accrued sick time, Pratt annual membership at the Master level, limited studio access during the weeks the class is held, and, for instructors who teach more than 60 hours in a year, credit towards classes. These benefits are non-transferable.
Entry Fee
None
Location
Seattle, WA, United States
Timeline
- Application Deadline: Open until filled.