Our mission is to inspire children through science!
As a Mad Scientist, you will lead students through an inquiry-based instructor demonstrations, hands-on activities, and amazing take-home projects that will illustrate how science affects the world around us. Build and fly rockets, demonstrate lasers, explore the states of matter using dry ice, and create slime and of course, volcanoes. You will inspire the next generation through our innovative activities that show kids what science is really about.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate a one-hour after-school science enrichment program using a pre-set curriculum and supplied materials.
- Attend orientation and training prior to starting your programs.
- Ensure the safety of the kids during programs.
- Engage with the kids during the activities and experiments. The goal is for the the kids to have fun, not sit through a boring lecture.
- Must be able to lift equipment in kits, can vary in size and weight (heavier kits have wheels). Your vehicle must be able to accommodate the equipment.
- Must be able to drive to and from the program with your own vehicle.
Schedule and Pay
- You will be scheduled at a school close to you where you live.
- You will teach each program once a week for either 6 or 8 consecutive weeks. Programs typically start at between 3-and 4:00 PM and last 1.5 hours.
- The more availability you have, the more you can teach. You need to have at least two consistent days available in order to work with us.
- $40 for a 1.5 hour program
- Mileage is compensated for any program over 25 miles round trip.
Qualifications
- Must have experience working with children.
- Your own reliable car and license.
- Must be able to pass a background check.
- Must be over 18 years of age.
- Must be vaccinated for COVID-19.
- A background in science and/or experiencing performing is a plus!
Compensation: $40.00 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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