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.