Ceramics Teacher

About the role

Rixos, a luxury resort chain founded in 2000 in Turkey, is hiring a Ceramics Teacher for its Kids Club in Ras Al-Khaimah. The teacher runs ceramics, pottery and clay-modelling activities for children, teaches basic techniques and keeps the workshop safe and well organised.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and run ceramics, pottery and clay-modelling activities for different age groups and skill levels, adapting methods to children's ages, interests and experience.
• Teach basic techniques such as shaping, moulding, decorating, texturing and painting clay objects, and organise themed art workshops and seasonal craft activities with the Entertainment team.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of children, supervise them during sessions, use child-friendly non-toxic materials and follow child protection and emergency procedures.
• Prepare and maintain the workshop, keep an inventory of supplies, clean and store equipment properly, and ensure specialist equipment such as kilns is operated only by trained, authorised personnel.
• Communicate professionally with children, parents and guardians, give information on projects and collection arrangements, and gather feedback to improve the programme.
• Follow activity schedules, coordinate with the Entertainment team, keep attendance and activity records, complete registration and consent forms, and protect children's personal data.

Required profile

• Diploma, certificate or degree in Ceramics, Fine Arts, Visual Arts, Pottery, Art Education or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience teaching ceramics, pottery, clay modelling or arts and crafts to children highly preferred.
• Good English and Russian; additional languages are an advantage.
• Flexible to work rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays, physically fit and able to stand for long periods and work outdoors in varying weather.

Required skills

• Knowledge of clay preparation, hand-building, shaping, decorating and painting.
• Ability to explain and demonstrate artistic techniques simply and age-appropriately.
• Understanding of safe material handling, workshop hygiene and child supervision.
• Good verbal communication, teamwork and group management skills.