After School Instructor

Mad Science Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 3,600 - 7,200; Part time

Job summary

Mad Science of Pittsburgh is seeking additional Mad Scientists for elementary school programs in and around Pittsburgh. You will lead hands-on, fun science activities for students in grades K-5 after school, typically 2–4 pm, with programs scheduled 1–4 days per week.

Training is provided and no science background is required. Compensation includes $45 per session and $15 per hour for training, with opportunities for additional in-class workshops, assemblies, and weekend events.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with children, ideally in a classroom setting.
• After-school sessions are 1 hour; 2–4 pm start times.
• School workshops and weekend events may be offered as optional work.

Responsibilities

• Lead after-school science activities for grades K-5.
• Coordinate with schools, parents, and Mad Science staff.
• Ensure safety and proper use of all equipment.

Skills

Experience with children

Classroom experience

Flexible schedule

Job description

Mad Science of Pittsburgh is seeking additional Mad Scientists for elementary school programs in and around Pittsburgh! Must have a fun personality and a strong desire to work with children. Perfect for students looking for real classroom experience. No science background required- we will train!

Our programs are one hour long after school programs, that could start any time between 2pm-4pm, depending on the school. We will supply you with all necessary equipment from our office in Millvale. Class sizes range between 10-25 students in grades K-5. This is an optional program, so the kids that enroll want to be there and are excited about science! Instructors can choose to work anywhere between 1-4 days a week, depending on your schedule and available work. After school programs can last anywhere between 4-8 weeks.

Pay is $45/session, training is $15/hr. MUST have experience working with children, ideally in a classroom setting.

Besides after school programs, Mad Science of Pittsburgh also offers in-class workshops, assemblies, weekend birthday parties, and school assemblies, which will be optional work also offered to you.

Required:

• A desire to learn and work with children in grades K-5
• Reliable transportation
• Light lifting
• All appropriate clearances (PA State, PA Child Abuse History, and FBI Clearances, Act 126 Mandated Reporter)

If you have any questions, please call us at [phone] or visit our website at https://pittsburgh.madscience.org/