Job description

Mad Science is opening up a NEW location in Warrenville and is currently looking for an Assistant Manager.Join a growing company dedicated to getting kids excited about science! Mad Science is the area's premier provider of STEM enrichment programming and entertainment. We are a local franchise of the Mad Science Group, which has been providing science-themed programming for more than 30 years.

Full Time - Non-traditional Schedule - Combination of Instructing & Management

You AreEntrepreneurial in spirit, detail-oriented, flexible, creative and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.You love children, science, teaching and/or acting.You own a car.

You often say things like, “I got that.” “I have an idea.” “Let me take the lead on that.” and “I handled that. What next?”

You thrive in environments where there is a lot of action and a ton of opportunities to grow and shape your position.

You are excited by non-traditional work schedules.

You aren’t afraid to try new things and you love variety.

You are sales savvy and comfortable cold calling and seeking out new business opportunities.

You are comfortable talking to decision makers.

You are comfortable with social media, google and Microsoft word. We AreA team of STEAM-loving folks who spend our days transforming laboratory science into fun, interactive learning experiences for youth from Pre-K to 6th grade . We have a long history of success and are excited to launch our new Mad Science of Chicago Western Suburbs office!We believe in working smart and having a good time.We all wear many hats and we work collaboratively to get things done and ensure that our students and their families are thrilled by their learning experience.The JobWhat will you do?You will work in our office and be the primary point of contact for our schools, parents and other instructors – making sure everyone is happy, informed and prepared. This means you will have to talk to people on the phone pretty regularly. You will have to do a lot of sales orientated activities to launch this new location. You will do a lot of administrative tasks, both customer and employee related.

You will spend a lot of time on revenue generation, making calls and seeking out new customers.You will lead exciting science lessons some days (after a lot of training so that you feel totally comfortable in all ways).The Schedule

Monday-Friday - 9am-5pm, flexible pick 25-30 hours during those times

1 Saturday a month (on call weekend)

PaySalary is commensurate upon experience, averaging $12-$15/hourly, extra compensation when teaching required classes. Other TidbitsYou really do need to own a car. This position demands it. Please don’t apply if you don’t own a car. It’s a deal breaker for now.There are a ton of opportunities for you take on additional work and hours when and if you need them. Think: birthday parties and special events. We are here to support you, but we REALLY need someone who can work independently and is not afraid to take the lead on projects.

Interested?!? Our Milwaukee office is handling all applications for this position. Visit us at milwaukee.madscience.org, and click on the 'Work for Us' tab!!