After School Instructor

Mad Science of Pittsburgh is seeking additional Mad Scientists for elementary school programs in and around Pittsburgh! Must have a fun personality and a strong desire to work with children. Perfect for students looking for real classroom experience. No science background required- we will train!

MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH CHILDREN, IDEALLY IN A CLASSROOM SETTING. Applications that do not mention work with children will not be considered. Must be willing and able to travel, as our programs are in elementary schools all throughout Allegheny County. Must be available in the afternoon. Many programs start between 3:00-4:00, Monday through Thursday.

Our programs are one hour long after school programs, that could start any time between 2pm-4pm, depending on the school. We will supply you with all necessary equipment from our office in Millvale. Class sizes range between 10-25 students in grades K-5. This is an optional program, so the kids that enroll want to be there and are excited about science! Instructors can choose to work anywhere between 1-4 days a week, depending on your schedule and available work. After school programs can last anywhere between 4-8 weeks.

Pay is $45/ 60-minute session. Training pay is $15/hour.

Besides after school programs, Mad Science of Pittsburgh also offers in-class workshops, assemblies, weekend birthday parties, and school assemblies, which will be optional work also offered to you.

Required:
A desire to work with children in grades K-5
Reliable transportation
Light lifting
All appropriate clearances (PA State, PA Child Abuse History, and FBI Clearances)

Current TB Test Results (Optional)
Act 126 Mandated Reporter Training (Optional)
Protecting God's Children Clearance (Optional)

If you have any questions, please call us at (412) 779-0123 or visit our website at https://pittsburgh.madscience.org/

Hope to hear from you soon!

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $45.00 per hour

Schedule:

• After school
• Weekends as needed

COVID-19 considerations:
All instructors must wear a mask while they are in the classroom. We also asked that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Experience with Children: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• PA Child Clearances (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road