Under the direction of the Dean of Arts and Humanities, perform specialized and technical duties to assist in the operation and maintenance of a ceramics classroom/laboratory. 

E = indicates essential duties of the position

•        Assist in the operation and maintenance of a ceramics classroom/laboratory; perform specialized and technical duties to assure efficient operations; set up classroom/laboratory and equipment for instructors.  (E)

•        Assist teachers and students in the proper and safe use of a variety of equipment, materials, and supplies in the instructional setting; provide assistance to students as appropriate, assigned or according to established procedures.  (E)

•       Prepare instructional materials and equipment for teacher demonstrations and student use as requested, according to approved procedures.  (E)

•        Maintain a ceramics classroom/laboratory environment in a safe, clean and orderly condition.  (E)

• Formulate and test clays and glazes; fire and maintain kilns; operate and maintain a wide variety of specialized equipment including but not limited to mixers, wheels, and hand and power tools.  (E)