Teacher and Operations support

Mad Science Group; Wheeling, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Uniforms provided

Health insurance

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

Mad Science is seeking an instructor to engage elementary students (5-12) through fun, hands-on science activities. You’ll lead a mix of demonstrations and interactive projects using our pre-set curriculum, traveling to various sites in the area. A reliable car, background check, and a positive, energetic approach are required.

We offer a base pay plus a bonus plan, with 20–30 hours per week year-round. This role is perfect for those who love education and working with kids in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Solid experience working with groups of elementary age children (5-12).
• Available at least four days per week and two Saturdays per month.
• Reliable car and valid driver's license required.
• All employees must undergo a criminal background check.
• Fun, outgoing personality and dependable attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead students through inquiry-based demonstrations and hands-on activities.
• Deliver pre-set curriculum and prepare take-home projects.
• Travel to different sites to conduct programs and events.
• Support teaching team and assist with client communications.

Skills

Teaching experience

Driver's license

Reliability

Background check readiness

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.

When you aren't teaching, you will work in the office as part of our Operations team. 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.