Ceramics Studio Volunteer

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OVERVIEW

Educational Alliance’s Manny Cantor Center-a vibrant and diverse community center on the Lower East Side-has ongoing, recurring, and one-time volunteer roles that provide meaningful support to our critical programs. We are a Certified Service Enterprise, meaning we strategically engage volunteers’ time and talent to fulfill our mission. As a volunteer you are a Changemaker, joining a movement of engaged New Yorkers taking action to strengthen the Lower East Side.

As a cultural resource, the Art School fosters an outlet for community engagement and dialogue in the arts through our gallery and public programs. We are committed to serving the greatest diversity of students, out of our belief that everyone, regardless of age, ethnicity, or socio-economic status, should have the opportunity for self-expression and lifelong learning. Located in the newly renovated Manny Cantor Center, the Art School enters a new era with an exceptional facility, renewed educational offerings, and refined vision for best-in-class programming. This is an opportunity to assist with maintenance, preparation and continued operations of the Manny Cantor Center ceramic studio.

WHAT IS YOUR COMMITMENT?

• Approximately 3 hours/week, schedule to be determined with you and program staff
  • Open Studios are between 10AM-9PM on weekdays and between 10AM-6PM on weekends. Times can vary each term, and volunteers are needed throughout these times.
• Preparation, maintenance and recycling materials, including clay, glaze and kiln
• Monitor Open Studio time, ensuring students sign-in, helping with access to supplies and answering questions
• Assist with organization and clean-up of the studio

HOW TO GET STARTED:

• Completed Volunteer Application: https://mannycantor.org/mcc-changemakers/volunteer-opportunities/create-volunteer-profile/
• Phone Screening with Volunteer staff
• In-person interview with Art Program Staff and Volunteer Ceramics Manager
• Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Proof will be required.

APPLY TO BE A STUDIO VOLUNTEER IF YOU...

• Keen understanding and experience in ceramics and/or in an art studio environment
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Ability to commit to weekly volunteering