Jewelry Instructor

Company: 92nd Street Y
Location: New York
Posted on: May 2, 2024

Job Description:

Jewelry Instructor





ID

2022-1851



Department

92NY Arts Center [2]



Position Type

Per Diem






































Job Summary









92NY is seeking an Instructor of Jewelry for 2.5 hours on weekdays, weekends and evenings from beginner to advanced.Classes range from beginner to advanced. Skill levels required vary for each position.













Job Responsibilities Include









Beginner classes: A solid ability to perform and teach the fundamentals of jewelry, sawing, filing, forming polishing, soldering, basic fabrication including Bezel settings in sheet metal and wire. Intermediate classes: A solid ability to perform and teach the fundamentals of jewelry above additionally to perform more complicated fabrication in sterling silver and gold and intermediate stone settings such as basic prong settings. Advanced classes: In addition to the skills required above, a solid understanding of advanced fabrication and stone setting skills.













Experience, Education, & Skills Desired

• BFA or the professional equivalent & experience.
• Minimum of 1 year teaching jewelry courses.
• Strong communication and instruction/education skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively engage and teach participants attending courses both in-person and online.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Work Environment & Requirements
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Per Diem Compensation Range$44 - $72/hour (based on enrollment as outlined below) 5-7 students $44/hour8-9 students $48/hour10-13 students $57/hour14-17 students $62/hour18+ students $72/hour
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

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