Shop Assistant
Join our team as a shop assistant! This is a paid position for Sculpture School alumni who are interested in sharing skills and helping the next generation learn how to work with power tools. This position is equal parts maker, mentor, and tool wrangler.
To be eligible you must meet the following requirements:
You must be at least 13 years old
Have participated in past Sculpture School programs
Have reliable transportation to our workspace at Knoll Farm, 700 Bragg Hill Rd, Waitsfield, VT
Responsibilities
Technical Support
Helping with tools and sharing safety tips are valuable ways that shop assistants help create a safe environment for all. Below are a few examples of how assistants provide technical support:
Modeling proper tool use
Reinforcing tool safety practices
Assisting with clamping and drilling
Supervising jigsaw cuts
Changing drill bits
Double-checking measurements
Organizing and cleaning the shop at the end of class
Social Support
Emotional safety is a key ingredient in the success of our programs. Shop assistants play a valuable role in helping ensure that everyone feels welcome and included. Here are a few examples of how assistants help create an inclusive environment:
Modeling kindness and collaboration
Asking questions
Telling jokes
Reiterating instructions
Encouraging experimentation
Providing constructive feedback