ArtCenter College of Design is searching for an experienced Part Time Shop Instructor II - second shift- 9-month schedule to join our team.
The salary range for this position: $29.00 - 30.00
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Final salary is based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.
About ArtCenter
Founded in 1930 and located in Pasadena, California, ArtCenter College of Design is a global leader in art and design education and has had an international reputation for its rigorous, transdisciplinary curriculum, faculty of professionals, strong ties to industry, and commitment to socially responsible design. ArtCenter is a private nonprofit fully accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).
Every position at ArtCenter plays an important part in carrying out the cultural values, goals, strategic vision, and mission of the College. This includes upholding and cultivating an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
Reporting to the supervisor, the Shop Instructor serves as an extension of the classroom education and guides the students through the facets of fabrication, craftsmanship and problem solving. This position will also teach and assist in operations outside of design. Will provide coaching and mentoring to other instructors.
This is a part-time position based at our south campus. The position follows a 9-month academic-year schedule, with work occurring from September through May and summers off. The regular schedule is three days per week, Monday through Saturday, as assigned, primarily on the second shift, 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with occasional daytime shift on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Flexibility is required, as the position may occasionally require a staggered, remote, or alternative work schedule to meet operational needs, including weekends or assignments at different campus locations.
Essential Functions
Shop Operations — 20%
- Comply with policies, rules and regulations and reporting requirements relating to safety/heath, performance standards, operating procedures, processes, and training
- Expert handling in a variety of wood and metalworking machines in the shop
- Process faculty material requests as well as cutting various materials to stock material storage as needed
- Responsible for operations of staff-only equipment as needed (Planner, Jointer, Panel Saw, Large Band Saw, Wide Belt Sander) to assist students and process work orders
- Responsible for fabricating objects that support the new Model Shop tools and machines
- Responsible for light maintenance of shop machines and equipment
- Routinely check Model Shop satellite rooms and equipment
Shop Education — 40%
- Provide advanced guidance and information regarding projects, design, materials, techniques, equipment, and procedures.
- One-on-one mentoring on student projects discussing, teaching, and brainstorming on projects regarding aesthetics, techniques, materials, or tools needed to complete their project safely
- Cultivate student skillsets ranging from beginning to advanced levels of fabrication focused towards improving their craftsmanship and understanding of materials
- Deliver shop demos and workshops each term, in an isolated class environment, focusing on proper tool operations as well as shop safety expectations.
- Work with supervisors in coaching, training, and mentoring the Shop Instructor 1 positions
Shop Safety — 35%
- Comply with and ensure compliance to safety, PPE, and dress codes in accordance with shop policies
- Attend required training sessions on assigned PPE and EHS provided by the College
- Maintain a safe work environment throughout the department
- Monitor and maintain shop tools in accordance with safety and maintenance standards
- Maintain situational awareness of shop activity through all spaces and rooms
- Assure that all students, staff, and faculty are always following safety standards
- Optional opportunity: Opt-in for First Responder training for injuries, blood, and bodily fluid clean-up, as well as Emergency Responder management to enhance your skills and qualify for a wage increase.
- Attend safety meetings and training sessions to stay updated on safety practices, emergency response procedures, and blood and bodily fluid clean-up, if opted-in.
- Report any accidents or safety concerns to the supervisor and actively participate in incident documentation.
- Contribute to monitoring the safety and cleanliness of the shop, identifying, and reporting potential hazards.
Non-Essential — 5%
- Help with the unloading and stocking of stock and raw materials in the Model Shop and from the loading dock
- Other related duties, as may be assigned
Required Qualifications:
- Technical school training and a minimum of 3–5 years of experience in using model shop tools in woodworking, metal working, and fabrication or equivalent combination of training of experience
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills necessary for customer service, including the patience and understanding required to work with students and your peers on a daily basis
- Proficient and experienced with speaking and performing tool operations in front of large groups
- Broad knowledge of tools relating to woodworking, metalsmithing, CNC milling, rapid prototyping, plastics, and mould making
- Proficient experience with materials such as, wood, foam, glues, metals, and plastics.
- Provide extensive safety demonstrations of shop machines, equipment, tools, and processes
- Knowledge of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) compliance requirements including hazardous chemicals and hazardous waste management
- Knowledge of safety procedures towards the use and maintenance of equipment, tools, and components
- Self-starter, able to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner, ability to multi-task, and while working with minimal supervision
- Ability to work well in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with students, faculty, and staff with varying degrees of skills and backgrounds
- Available to work weeknights and some weekends
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and belonging
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Prior experience in higher education
- Certifications in specialized areas relating to shop equipment
Physical Demands and Working Environment
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Work is performed primarily in a shop setting with frequent interruptions and distractions; extended periods of time using shop equipment including computers, hand tools, saws, power tools etc.; interactions with other individuals. Due to the nature of the work environment, there is exposure to loud noises, chemicals, fumes, dust and heat.
Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an shop setting; to stand or walk for prolonged periods of time; including, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, squatting, and twisting; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight (50 pounds, or team-lift up to 100 pounds); to operate office and shop equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Regular and consistent attendance are required for most positions.
Vision: Must be able to have the visual capacity to perform activities such as setting up equipment, viewing a computer terminal and other normal technician work with or without correction.
Hearing: Must be able to communicate effectively in the course of normal business communication or exchange ideas with or without correction.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this job; they do not purport to describe all functions. Shifts are subject to change to meet business needs. Employees may be assigned other duties, and the essential functions may be changed from time to time as necessary.
Revised 07/2026
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