Job Description
Mad Science is the world leader in fun science programs f or children. Mad Science of Mt. Diablo is looking for exceptionally talented and motivated individuals with strong credentials and an entertainer’s flair to be our STEM coaches and deliver our LIVE-at-home-STEM programs to K-5 graders through secure online sessions. Mad Science of Mt. Diablo will provide the following to each
STEM coach:
Training on effective use of equipment
Training o n online Instructional content delivery
A Pop-Up Teaching Studio comprising of
Banner
Portable Table with table cover
Web Cam (if need be)
All materials/equipment needed for a successful class
Requirements to be a STEM Coach:
Must live in the Bay Area
Experience in teaching, tutoring, coaching, performing and/or delivery of STEM camp to groups of K-5 graders
Fun-loving, energetic, engaging, congenial personality (Think " Bill Nye the Science Guy" or Mr./Ms. Wizard!) that comes through the camera to a remote-audience
Theater, drama, arts and/or other performance experience is an added plus
Science minor, if not a major.
Flexibility and availability during 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM on weekdays in June, July and August
Must be able to pass a criminal background check
Logistical requirements:
Ability to lift totes and equipment weighing u p to 40 lbs into and out of transportation
A well lit 10’X10’ Space for our Pop-Up Studio not used b y children or pets
Additional 100MB of internet bandwidth for use during the program
A personal laptop with kid-appropriate desktop background to perform online classes and with USB port for extra webcam that will be provided if need be
Minimum of 1 season commitment
Compensation:
Our programs are typically compensated at $250 a week for a half-day camp and $500 a week for a full-day camp. Details will be provided at the time of interview.
Job Type:
Part-time. We are an equal opportunity employer.