Instructor

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 about.
 
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

• 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.

 
Responsibilities 

• Facilitate engaging class workshops, activity booths and  after-school science enrichment programs using a pre-set, easy-to-understand curriculum. Each session is high-energy. It’s part entertainment, and part education
• Present high energy demonstrations and experiments in an assembly of over 100 students
• Enjoy teaching children from preK to middle school the fascinating wonders of science- anywhere from basic chemistry, space science, meteorology, physics and more

 
Qualifications

• Experience and a passion working with children 
• Experience and background in education and science at the pre grade or grade school levels
• College students, college graduates and post-college graduates are welcome
• A reliable car 
• Flexible working hours
• Fun and outgoing personality!
• Completes background check

Training

• Paid training provided

Salary:

• Depending on the program, ranges from $15 to $30 per hour; also based on the  experience of the applicant; office-lab support is between 11 to 12/hr
• Some mileage travel assistance provided with certain programs