After-School STEM Instructor — Flexible 2–4 Afternoons

Mad Science Group; Silver Spring (MD); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Mad Science of DC is seeking an energetic After-School STEM Teacher to lead hands-on science activities for elementary students in the Silver Spring area. This part-time role offers ultraflexible scheduling with 2 to 4 afternoons a week, usually between 3:00 PM and 5:30 PM.

You will receive a fixed pay of $75 per school visit for a 60-minute workshop, with setup/pack-up time included. Curriculum and materials are provided, and you will transport kits from our warehouse in Silver Spring, MD.

Qualifications

• Experience working with groups of children in educational settings.
• Ability to deliver engaging, hands-on science activities.
• Willingness to complete standard background checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead 60-minute science workshops for groups of 10–20 kids.
• Deliver engaging, age-appropriate STEM activities.
• Follow provided curriculum and ensure safe class management.

Skills

Child mentorship

Public speaking

Hands-on teaching

Education

STEM college student

Education major student

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

Inspire Young Minds & Build Your Teaching Resume
Are you an education or STEM student, tutor, or camp counselor looking for flexible afternoon income? Mad Science of DC is hiring energetic instructors to lead fun, hands-on elementary science workshops.

We provide 100% of the equipment, structured lesson plans, and fully paid training so you can focus entirely on leading experiments and building classroom leadership skills.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Competitive, Honest Pay: Earn $75 per 90-minute commitment (60 min class + 30 min total setup/pack-up).
• Zero Lesson Planning: All experiment kits, scripts, and materials are completely prepared for you.
• Paid Training & Support: Learn classroom management and safety protocols before taking over your first class.
• Smart Route Matching: We pair you with schools close to your home or campus to minimize driving. Equipment kits are picked up just once a week at our Silver Spring hub.

Responsibilities

• Lead interactive, 60-minute science sessions for groups of 10–20 curious kids.
• Manage a safe, structured classroom using our clear guidelines.
• Transport weekly lab kits to assigned schools and run quick 15-minute setup and pack-up routines.

Requirements

• Reliable Personal Vehicle and valid driver’s license to transport lab kits.
• Afternoon Availability during school dismissal (2:30 PM – 5:30 PM) on at least 2 consistent weekdays.
• Youth Experience (e.g., teaching assistant, tutoring, camp counselor, coaching, or childcare).
• Background Check required (costs 100% covered; existing MCPS/DCPS clearance is a plus).

Professional Benefits
Gain 10+ hours of direct classroom leadership experience - a massive boost for teaching credentials, graduate school, or resume building. High performers receive priority hiring for summer program roles and higher pay tiers.