Part Time Science Instructor

Mad Science Group; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Mad Science of Detroit is seeking a Part-Time Science Instructor to bring hands-on STEM fun to elementary students after school. You’ll lead one-hour programs, guide curious kids through experiments, and use our ready-to-run curriculum.

No science degree or teaching experience required; we provide training and all supplies. Flexible hours, travel to program locations, and opportunities for birthday parties and events make this a lively, rewarding role.

Qualifications

• Fun, outgoing personality with a positive attitude.
• Experience working with children is a plus.
• Reliable vehicle and ability to travel to program locations.
• Flexible availability for weekday programs, with some evenings and weekends.
• Willingness to complete a background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead one-hour after-school science programs for elementary students.
• Follow our curriculum to guide students through experiments and activities.
• Help kids explore STEM concepts through demonstrations and take-home projects.
• Bring energy, enthusiasm, and personality to every class.
• Opportunities to work birthday parties, workshops, and events throughout the week.

Skills

Fun, outgoing personality

Experience with children

Reliable vehicle

Flexible availability

Background check ready

Job description

MAD SCIENCE IS HIRING!

Part-Time Science Instructor | Mad Science of Detroit

Get paid to have fun!

Build and launch rockets, demonstrate lasers, explore dry ice, create slime, and inspire the next generation of scientists! At Mad Science, no two days are exactly alike. We bring science to life through exciting experiments, hands-on activities, and unforgettable experiences for kids.

If you love working with children, enjoy being active, and want a fun, flexible part-time job, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do

• Lead fun, hands-on, one-hour after-school science programs for elementary-aged children.
• Use our easy-to-follow curriculum to guide students through exciting experiments and activities.
• Help kids explore STEM concepts through demonstrations, discoveries, and take-home projects.
• Bring your energy, enthusiasm, and personality to every class!
• Have opportunities to work birthday parties, workshops, special events, and other programs throughout the week and on weekends.

Why Work with Mad Science?

• Get paid to have fun! Turn your love of science and working with kids into a rewarding job.
• We provide the training! No science degree or teaching experience required.
• All supplies and equipment are provided. We bring what you need to succeed.
• Flexible, part-time hours. Most instructors work approximately 5–10 hours per week.
• Make a difference. Help children develop a love of science, learning, and discovery!

What We're Looking For

• A fun, outgoing personality and a positive attitude.
• Experience working with children is a plus.
• A reliable vehicle and the ability to travel to program locations.
• Flexible availability for weekday programs, with some additional opportunities on evenings and weekends.
• Reliability, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to successfully complete a background check.

Benefits

• Training & development
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

About Mad Science

For over 30 years, Mad Science has inspired children through science, sparking imagination and curiosity with innovative, hands-on educational programs. From after-school classes and birthday parties to workshops and summer camps, we make science exciting!

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're enthusiastic, dependable, and ready to make science AMAZING, we'd love to hear from you!