Job Summary
At Mad Science, we are having a BLAST! We pay you to have fun! Build and fly rockets, demonstrate lasers, explore the states of matter using dry ice, and help children create slime and other polymers. You will inspire the next generation of scientists through our innovative activities that show kids what science is really all about.
As a Mad Scientist, you will lead students through an inquiry-based discovery method involving instructor demonstrations, hands-on activities, and amazing take-home projects that will illustrate how science affects the world around us. Mad Science is the world's leading provider of fun science programs for elementary-aged children.
We are looking for HIGHLY ENERGETIC, DYNAMIC AND CONFIDENT individuals to join our growing team to conduct exciting science, engineering, and technology programs during after-school and morning time slots. You do NOT need to be a certified teacher (although we love that!).
This set of classes is a SHORT-TERM CONTRACT with the potential to extend!
Monday, August 11th - Friday, September 19th
- Must be available to begin by August 6th.
- Must be available Monday - Friday, 12-5pm
- Must be able to meet every other week for equipment/ material exchange in Los Angeles, and be able to safely store materials between exchanges
Pay for all Areas of Business (AOB) is hourly - including set-up and clean-up time.
Starting pay is $22.00-$28.00 per hour, DOE.
Responsibilities:
- Facilitating in-person workshops and after-school science enrichment programs for children from preschool through elementary school
- Deliver high-energy, part entertainment, part education, hands-on programming
- Meet bi-monthly to exchange class materials in Los Angeles
- Attend paid training sessions.
- Be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
- Be on time for all scheduled activities.
- Adhere to strict safety and cleanliness guidelines.
Qualifications:
- Must be available Monday - Friday, 12-5pm for duration of session. While this is a part-time position, it is critical that you are able to commit to the length of any given program (school season, camp session, after-school program, etc.), and that you are able to give us steady weekly availability.
- Must have a personal vehicle as you will be transporting equipment to conduct programs and exchange materials
- Some experience teaching/ working with groups of elementary-age (4-12) children (such as an after-school teacher or camp counselor).
- Minimum of 1 year of college suggested. Degrees and/or graduate degrees are a plus.
- Maintain a fun, flexible, & outgoing personality!
- Enjoy teaching young children the art of science!
Perks/Benefits
In addition to inspiring the next generation of scientists, we offer:
- Mileage compensation!
- Referral bonuses - share with your friends!
- New session bonuses
- On-going training/guidance
We train you in the curriculum and provide all materials. Mad Science classes follow the school calendar and are presented year-round. This is rewarding work if it fits with your schedule and lifestyle.