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UMKC Teacher candidates needed for Mad Science

Mad Science of Greater Kansas City

UMKC Teacher candidates needed for Mad Science

Kansas City, MO
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Summary

    At Mad Science we are having a BLAST!

    We are looking for instructors who are seeking experience working with students in Urban schools to gain classroom and teaching experience. As a Mad Scientist 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. Mad Science is the world's leading provider of fun science programs for elementary-aged children.

    Educator Development Benefits of these programs:

    Science Curriculum connected to academic standards

    Experience on how to teach STEM with multiple grade levels

    Monitoring and adjusting to meet specific student needs

    Classroom Management development

    Fun environment to promote learning

    Responsibilities:

    Facilitating a one-hour after-school science enrichment program using a pre-set curriculum.

    Lead part entertainment, part education, hands-on class that meets for one-hour each week for 4-8 weeks.

    Have fun getting young children engaged in hands on science!

    Qualifications:

    Experience working with groups of elementary age (4-12) children (such as teaching or camp counselor)

    Must be available at least three weekdays between 2 pm and 5:30 pm.

    Willing and able to drive to area program locations and to transport required class kits and equipment

    All employees will be undergo criminal background checks(required)

    One afternoon must be Friday for weekly equipment exchange meetings

    Minimum of 1 years of college completed. Degrees and/or graduate degrees a plus.

    Have a friendly, positive, and energetic in communication and teaching style

    We train you in the curriculum, and provide all materials. Mad Science classes follow the school calendar and are presented year round. This is part-time and rewarding work if it fits with your schedule and lifestyle.