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The Crucible

Glass Blowing Instructor / TA

Oakland, CA · On-site

$27.50/hr

The Glass Blowing department at The Crucible is looking for instructors to teach glass blowing classes at our 56,000-square-foot non-profit and industrial arts school in West Oakland. Instructors ...

The Crucible

Glass Blowing Instructor / TA

Oakland, CA · On-site

$19.95 - $27.50/hr

The Glass Blowing department at The Crucible is looking for instructors to teach glass blowing classes at our 56,000-square-foot non-profit and industrial arts school in West Oakland. Instructors ...

Endress+Hauser

Glass Preparer

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$24 - $30/hr

Operate and troubleshoot automatic bulb-blowing machines. * Produce glass pH membranes using manual glass blowing and flame-working techniques. * Inspect glass components for quality, accuracy, and ...

Endress+Hauser Ltd

Glass Preparer

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$24 - $30/hr

Operate and troubleshoot automatic bulb-blowing machines. * Produce glass pH membranes using manual glass blowing and flame-working techniques. * Inspect glass components for quality, accuracy, and ...

Endress+Hauser Gruppe

Glass Preparer

Anaheim, CA

$24 - $30/hr

Operate and troubleshoot automatic bulb-blowing machines. * Produce glass pH membranes using manual glass blowing and flame-working techniques. * Inspect glass components for quality, accuracy, and ...

Merck Group

Glass Technician

Bellefonte, PA · On-site

$20 - $32/hr

Working knowledge of glass blowing operations and techniques; especially scientific glassware * Experience operating and maintaining tools, equipment and apparatus used in glass tooling parts ...

Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting

Glassblower

Hialeah, FL · On-site

Job Type: Full-time This is a Glass Blowing position. We are looking for an individual with experience in glass blowing. Please send us a list of your previous glass education, work experience ...

Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting

Senior Glassblower

Hialeah, FL · On-site

$114K - $151K/yr

Our glass techniques vary often and include: traditional glassblowing/sculpting, mold blowing, hot casting as well as fusing, kiln casting, coldworking, and UV gluing. Large one-of-a- kind custom ...

Chrysler Museum Of Art

Glass Studio Instructor

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Required: -3 + years' experience working in the glass studio or public educational studio. -Significant experience working in and operating glass studio equipment. -Extensive glass blowing experience ...

360 Anesthesia

Anesthesiology Physician

Corning, NY · On-site

$339K/yr

With a strong glass-blowing heritage, it's home to the famous Corning Museum of Glass and New York's only Smithsonian Affiliate, The Rockwell Museum. Its historic Market Street and Gaffer District ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for glass blowing in the United States is $20.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A glass blowing job involves shaping molten glass into various objects using specialized tools and techniques. Glassblowers heat glass in a furnace until it becomes pliable, then blow air through a tube to form different shapes. They may create artistic pieces, functional items like vases and bowls, or work in industrial settings. This profession requires skill, creativity, and knowledge of safety procedures.

What does a glass blower do?

A glass blower typically spends their day preparing raw materials, heating glass in a furnace, shaping it using blowpipes and molds, and carefully cooling finished pieces in an annealer. In addition to hands-on glasswork, they often maintain equipment, track material inventory, and may participate in designing new pieces or custom commissions. Collaboration can occur with other artists, designers, or production team members, especially in larger studios or manufacturing settings. Attention to safety protocols and consistent practice are also important parts of the daily routine.

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To excel in glass blowing, strong manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and an understanding of glass properties are essential, often complemented by completion of an apprenticeship or formal training program. Familiarity with glassblowing tools like blowpipes, furnaces, annealers, and safety equipment is required, and some artists pursue certifications or workshops to refine their craft. Creativity, patience, and attention to detail are valuable soft skills that help in designing unique pieces and problem-solving during the process. These capabilities enable glass blowers to work safely, produce high-quality artistic or functional items, and succeed in both collaborative and independent work environments.

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Glass Blowing Instructor / TA

The Crucible

Oakland, CA • On-site

$27.50/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Our mission: The Crucible inspires creative exploration and expression through welcoming, hands-on arts education and experiences for people of diverse ages and backgrounds. As an innovative hub built around the industrial arts, The Crucible is a catalyst for individual growth and vibrant community connections. In addition to supporting working and emerging artists and art students, The Crucible has become increasingly focused in recent years on supporting career pathways into the arts and the industrial trades, and on supporting access to our programs for BIPOC youth and families, especially those from West Oakland.
The Opportunity: The Glass Blowing department at The Crucible is looking for instructors to teach glass blowing classes at our 56,000-square-foot non-profit and industrial arts school in West Oakland. Instructors must know the fundamentals of glass blowing. We are looking for at least 1-2 years of teaching experience in an informal or formal education setting.
The ideal candidate is interested in making teaching an ongoing part of their glass blowing practice. We do offer instructors access to the glass blowing studio and tools, but our studio is too small to support a production glass blowing who seeks to run their business out of our space. We have worked hard to increase diversity among our teacher and student population, welcoming young creatives seeking to explore their culture through creativity.
Instructors and TAs who can support this approach are welcome, as are those who appreciate both the creative and the healing experience of working with glass. If you are passionate about sharing your skills with a wide range of students and want to be in a collaborative environment with other teaching artists, this is a great place for you!
Classes are held at night, on the weekends, and during the day during the week. Instructors have the opportunity to both learn the curriculum for a specific class and to schedule their participation in a way that works for them. Many instructors come to The Crucible for studio access before and after their classes. We ask experienced glass blowers to initially TA a class so they can learn our curriculum, before moving them into a lead and/or co-teaching position.
Pay: We pay $19.95 an hour for a Teaching Assistant role, and $25.00-$27.50 per hour for an instructor, based on experience and seniority, in the organization.
Non-cash benefits: Faculty members who have worked within the previous 6 months receive access to the woodworking department studio when classes are not in session and maintenance is not scheduled. Faculty also have access to free tuition (though materials and studio fees must be paid.) Some prerequisites apply.
Requirements
Preferred qualifications (Instructor):
  • Two years of glass blowing teaching experience, with a track record of success; informal arts education is a plus
  • Five years of experience producing work in glass blowing
  • Ability to meet students where they are and help them to grow as creators
  • Respect for everyone's differences, approach, and creativity
  • A strong commitment to teaching, collaboration, and curriculum design and development
  • Cold shop experience is a plus
  • Skill with exercising patience and direct communication
  • Nonprofit, educational and/or industrial arts experience are a plus

Responsibilities (Instructor):
  • Teach in an artistically diverse environment
  • Participate in departmental and faculty meetings
  • Develop and maintain area procedures and standards
  • Support The Crucible's policies and strict adherence to The Crucible studio safety rules
  • Organize materials and supplies before and after classes and workshops
  • Collaborate with the Department Head and Glass Blowing Tech to order materials as needed

Open Houses, & Events:
  • Attend two open houses or events a year to represent your area
  • Participate in demonstrations and shows when able

This is an hourly, part-time position based in Oakland, California. The Crucible is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all persons, especially those who bring the benefits of diversity to the organization. Women, people of color, people who identify as LGBTQIA, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
To Apply: Please apply by clicking the link, and include with your cover letter and resume a
link to portfolio, or PDF file of images of your completed work.
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$19.95-$27.50 per hour

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