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Work at LSA

LSA is a non-profit art school providing free or low-cost art classes to anyone 4 years of age and up.
For over 60 years Locust Street Art has made its home in the Fruit Belt neighborhood of Buffalo.
We stand for Equality, Equity, and Justice for all people in our communities.

Current Opportunities

Ceramics Instructor
$20 Per Hour

This part-time visual arts instructor will be responsible for developing in each student an interest in and ability for creative expression in the visual arts, using skills and techniques of artistic expression consistent with Locust Street Art’s guidelines. Also assist in gathering relevant information for granting agencies and funders, including registration information, attendance, and conducting evaluation processes as needed with LSA administration.

Skills and Qualifications 

  • Handbuilding, Wheel throwing, and Kiln operation

  • Ceramics studio best practices for cleaning, storage, etc. 

  • Knowledge and skills in relevant artistic discipline

  • Ability to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances

  • Demonstrated good management skills of studio classes

  • Commitment to working in nontraditional settings 

  • Ability to work comfortably with different age groups and diverse student populations

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree (or currently pursuing) in a visual art medium OR relevant professional experience

  • Experience teaching small groups preferred but not necessary

  • Reliable transportation

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Support each student in developing artistic skills and vision while challenging them to progress technically and aesthetically

  • Prepares lesson plans and assists students in establishing artistic goals 

  • Ability to create, maintain, and instruct a project based curriculum

  • May direct planning and supervision of student contests and arranging of art exhibits

  • Ensure attendance is accurate and evaluation forms are distributed and collected 

  • Setup and cleanup of classroom spaces as necessary

  • Mentor Assistants professionally and personally

  • Represent Locust Street Art while working in the community, at events,  or in presentations for local community partners

  • Collect registration information when needed, communicate mission, class schedule, and location of classrooms, bathrooms, and/or offices to students and guests

    *PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Lifting, bending, standing, and walking. Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs.

Studio Intern
Volunteer

We are looking for a volunteer studio intern to help with studio maintenance, cleaning, and some assitant instructing in exchange for access to our pottery wheels, tools, and kiln. The intern is responsible for supplying their own clay and glazes.

Skills and Qualifications 

  • Interest and/or experience in handbuilding, wheel throwing, and kiln operation

  • Ability to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances

  • Demonstrated good time management skills 

  • Ability to work comfortably with different age groups and diverse student populations

  • Teaching experience is a plus

  • Reliable transportation

  • This position is for individuals ages 18+. Minors will not be considered for the internship.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Assist the Ceramics Instructor with day to day duties

  • May help with kiln loading and unloading, clay reclaim, cleaning and organizing, act as classroom aid to the instructor

  • Maintain communication with management about tasks, scheduling, and supplies

  • Setup and cleanup of classroom spaces as necessary

  • Other duties as assigned

    *PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Lifting, bending, standing, and walking. Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs.

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