Mad Science Enrichment Instructor
Part Time • Dallas
Mad Science is the world’s leading provider of fun science programs for elementary-aged children. We are looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, and reliable team player that would like to join our team in the role of Equipment Manager. You would be working in a fast-paced environment, where communication and interpersonal skills are highly coveted!
Company Overview
- Our mission is to inspire children through science, sparking lifelong imagination and curiosity. For over 30 years, we have delivered unique, hands-on science experiences for children through our after-school programs, birthday parties, workshops, special events, and summer camps. Our innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!
Job Summary
- Teaching, tutoring, coaching, performing and/or camp experience with groups of elementary-aged kids - volunteer OR job-related!
- Fun-loving, energetic, engaging, congenial personality (Think "Bill Nye the Science Guy" or Mr./Ms. Wizard!)
- Theater, drama, arts and/or other performance experience helpful
- Science major not required, but love of and interest in science and ability to inspire kids is mandatory!
- Flexibility and availability
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check
- Must have at least three weekdays available between the hours of 2 pm and 5 pm
Responsibilities
- Must have a reliable car for transporting equipment and travel throughout the county as well as to our warehouse periodically for supplies
- Ability to lift such totes and equipment weighing up to 40 lbs into and out of transportation and our client sites
- Handy with equipment not a requirement but certainly a plus!
- Willing to travel distances up to 25 miles one way (on occasion).
- Minimum of 3 weekday availability
- Minimum of 1 semester commitment
Qualifications
- Completes background check
- Self-motivated
- Detail-oriented
- Energetic
- Reliable team player and highly-organized individual that works well in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Has the ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects are essential to this position
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Childcare experience (1 year preferred)
Compensation:
Our programs are typically compensated at $30 for a one-hour school program and $45 per birthday party or special event such as a stage show. Birthday parties typically feature a gratuity from the client, though that is not guaranteed. Please feel free to visit us at dfw.madscience.org to learn more about who we are and what we do!
Work Location: Multiple Locations in the DFW Metroplex
Work Location: Multiple Locations in the DFW Metroplex
Compensation: $15.00 - $45.00 per hour
Mad Science is a powerhouse brand with locations around the globe! For over 35 years, we have sparked imaginative learning through our summer camps, birthday parties, in-class workshops, after-school programs, and special events for kids ages 3-12. Become part of our team and help us inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers. Our locations are always looking for part-time instructors and full-time office staff.
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