Fun Afterschool STEM Instructor - Immediate Start

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Training & development
• Signing bonus
• Employee discounts

Immediate Start!

We are looking for HIGHLY ENERGETIC and DYNAMIC individuals excited to hit the ground running! We are looking for instructors to join our growing team to conduct exciting programming. You do not need to be a certified teacher, but experience working with groups of elementary-aged students is preferred.

At Mad Science, we are having a blast! Through a blend of education and entertainment, you will lead students through inquiry-based discovery methods involving instructor demonstrations, hands-on activities, and take-home projects that will illustrate how science affects the world around us.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitating day camps, in-person workshops, and after-school science enrichment programs for students TK - 5th grade. 
• Deliver hands on, high-energy, part entertainment/part education programs that meet for one hour each week for approximately 8-12 weeks.
• Drive to various locations across Los Angeles County and various Southern California locations
• Attend paid training sessions virtually or at our office.
• Attend the mandatory Friday Staff Meeting every week (paid).
• 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:

• Experience teaching/ working with groups of elementary-age (4-12) children (such as an after-school teacher or camp counselor).
  • THEATRE EXPERIENCE IS A PLUS!
• Be at least 18 years old
• Available a minimum of three consistent weekdays from 12-5pm (15-hours)
  • 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.
• Have an insured, personal vehicle as you will be transporting equipment and conducting programs at schools and organizations across Los Angeles County and various Southern California locations
• Be available for mandatory Friday meeting, 11am-12pm
• Minimum of 1 year of college suggested. Degrees and/or graduate degrees are a plus.

Successful candidates are:
- Responsible - able to conduct programs safely and efficiently
- Reliable - always on time, always prepared
- Adaptable - able to adjust to every environment and group type
- Flexible - able to function in a business where schedules and workloads vary
- Professional - comfortable dealing with everyone from parents to principals
- FUN!!!

This is a part-time position and is somewhat seasonal, as we follow the school year.
Pay for all Areas of Business (AOB) is hourly - including set-up and clean-up time.
Starting pay is $22.00-$25.00 per hour DOE, plus mileage compensation!


I understand that, if hired, my employment will be at will, meaning that either I or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice, subject to applicable law.

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.