Zero-Prep After-School STEM Instructor (Part-Time)

Mad Science Group; Silver Spring, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero lesson planning

Structured curriculum provided

Competitive pay per class

Job summary

Mad Science of DC is seeking an energetic Part-Time STEM & Science After-School Instructor to lead interactive 60-minute sessions for K–6 students. You’ll pick up materials in Silver Spring, travel to local schools, and deliver hands-on experiments with safety as a priority.

The role offers fixed afternoon hours (2:30 PM–5:30 PM) on at least two weekdays, no lesson planning required, with a structured curriculum and provided equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience leading groups of elementary-aged kids (e.g., classroom teaching, camp counselor, sports coaching, after-school care).
• Own a reliable car to transport weekly program kits to school locations.

Responsibilities

• Pick up program materials weekly from our Silver Spring, MD warehouse.
• Transport gear safely to assigned school sites in Maryland or NW DC.
• Lead interactive 60-minute science classes for groups of 12–20 elementary students (K–6th grade).
• Manage classroom decorum, foster curiosity, and ensure student safety.

Skills

Group leadership

Student safety

Driving

Job description

Mad Science of DC is seeking an energetic Part-Time STEM & Science After-School Instructor to lead interactive 60-minute sessions for K–6 students. You’ll pick up materials in Silver Spring, travel to local schools, and deliver hands-on experiments with safety as a priority.

The role offers fixed afternoon hours (2:30 PM–5:30 PM) on at least two weekdays, no lesson planning required, with a structured curriculum and provided equipment.