Inspire Young Minds as a Mad Science Instructor

Mad Science of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free food & snacks

Flexible scheduling

Training and materials provided

Job summary

A local educational organization in St. Louis is seeking enthusiastic individuals to teach dynamic science classes to children aged 5-12. No science degree is required; simply bring your energy and passion for working with kids! Compensation starts at $20/hour, with flexible scheduling in the afternoons. Join us to inspire the next generation through exciting hands-on experiments and fun educational activities. Training and materials will be provided to ensure your success in sparking curiosity in young minds.

Qualifications

• Experience working with kids such as camp counselor or teacher.
• Outgoing personality to engage and captivate young students.
• Availability for at least two afternoons per week.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging science classes to children aged 5-12.
• Lead hands-on experiments and activities.
• Manage groups of up to 20 kids each session.

Skills

Experience working with kids

High-energy personality

Reliable transportation

Job description

Benefits:

• Working with Kids
• Great Resume Builder
• Free food & snacks

Help Get Kids Excited About Science!

Are you ready to spark curiosity and ignite a love for science in kids? Join the Mad Science team and bring hands-on, jaw-dropping science fun to classrooms across St. Louis!

Why Join Us?

• Make a Difference: Be a hero to kids as you guide them through exciting experiments, fascinating demonstrations, and imaginative activities.
• Flexible & Fun: Perfect for college students, part-time workers, or anyone looking for a rewarding side gig.
• No Science Degree Needed: If you have energy, enthusiasm, and a passion for working with kids, we’ll train you on the rest!

What You’ll Do

• Teach 1-hour, high-energy science classes at schools throughout St. Louis.
• Engage groups of up to 20 kids (ages 5-12) with activities like generating electricity, creating chemical reactions, and building catapults.
• Work 2-4 afternoons a week (Monday-Thursday) with flexible scheduling to fit your life.

The Details

• Time Commitment: 2 hours per day, between 2:30 PM–5:30 PM.
• Compensation: Starting at $20/hour.
• Support: We provide training, curriculum, materials, and a Mad Science lab coat!

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with kids (e.g., camp counselor, teaching, Sunday School teaching).
• High-energy, outgoing personality to captivate young students.
• Reliable transportation and availability at least two afternoons per week.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Why You’ll Love It

Whether you’re teaching kids how to make goo, work with robots, or explore the animal kingdom, you’ll leave each class knowing you’ve made a difference.

Apply Now!

Bring science to life and inspire the next generation of thinkers and creators. Apply online at https://stlouis.madscience.org/workforus-application.aspx