Teacher and Operations support

Mad Science of WI IL & MI; Wheeling (IL); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Job summary

Mad Science of WI IL & MI seeks energetic instructors to bring hands-on science to kids in after-school programs, camps and events. You don’t need a teaching degree; we train you and supply the curriculum while you lead engaging, inquiry-based activities that spark curiosity.

You must have a reliable car, a valid driver's license, and be available 4 days a week plus about 2 Saturdays monthly, with a 20–30 hour schedule. A background check is required; base pay plus a bonus plan is offered.

Qualifications

• Solid experience working with groups of elementary age children (5-12).
• Available at least four days during the week and about two Saturdays per month.
• Schedule flexible with 20-30 hours per week.
• Reliable car and valid driver's license.
• Criminal background check required.
• Fun & outgoing personality; reliable and dependable.
• Ability to lift equipment up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on science activities for elementary students.
• Travel to different sites to conduct programs.
• Maintain relationships with clients and update databases.
• Handle inquiries about programming and assist with equipment prep.
• Promote programs to schools, organizations, camps.
• Support teaching team and ensure safety during activities.

Skills

Teaching

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)


• Bonus based on performance


• Flexible schedule


• Free uniforms


• Health insurance


• Opportunity for advancement


• Paid time off

Calling all Teachers, Preschool Teachers, Day Care Teachers, Camp Counselors and people who like working with kids!

Do you have a passion for education? Do you want to work for a fun company that strives to spark the imagination and curiosity of children through fascinating science programs? Are you the type of person who says \"I got this\" and \"What can I do to help?\" Look no further; join our team today in this newly created position to help support our growing business.

Company Overview:

Our mission is to inspire children through science and art, sparking lifelong imagination and curiosity. For over 35 years, we have delivered unique, hands-on science experiences for children through our after-school programs, birthday parties, workshops, special events, and summer camps. Our innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational! Mad Science is the world's leading provider of fun science programs for elementary-aged children.

JOB SUMMARY:

At Mad Science we are having a BLAST! We pay you to have fun! Build and fly rockets, mix up chemical reactions, explore the states of matter using dry ice, and help children create slime and other polymers. You will inspire the next generation of scientists through our innovative activities that show kids what science is really all about. You do NOT need to be a certified teacher, nor do you need to be a science major, we teach elementary kids, we can train you on the science.

As a Mad Science instructor you will lead students through an inquiry-based discovery method involving instructor demonstrations, hands-on activities and amazing take-home projects that will illustrate how science affects the world around us.We provide the pre-set curriculum and supplies.

Each class is a high-energy, part entertainment, part education, hands-on class. Some classes last for one hour, other camps may last an entire day. All of our programs are outreach, you will be traveling to different sites throughout the area conducting programs!

You must enjoy teaching young children and have pride knowing you are making a difference in the communities we serve.

Your job duties will include:

Maintain relationships with clients and updates contact databases as needed

Handle incoming inquiries for programming

Assist with equipment preparation

Act as a support person for our teaching team

Create new business opportunities (schools, organizations, camps) by calling them to market our programs

Assist with client communications such as booking confirmations, invoices, follow-up surveys, and requested promotional material

QUALIFICATIONS:

Solid experience working with groups of elementary age (5-12) children (such as teacher, teachers assistant, instructor or camp counselor).

Must be available at least four days during the week and able to work at least two Saturdays a month on few daytime programs. We are flexible with a schedule working 20-30 hours per week.

Must have a reliable car and valid driver's license.

All employees are required to undergo a criminal background check.

Have a fun & outgoing personality

You must be reliable and dependable, and able to lift our equipment which can sometimes weigh up to 25 pounds. **please don't apply if you aren't looking for stable, long term employment, this is a year round position. Base pay plus a bonus plan is available.