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Inspire Young Minds as a Mad Science Instructor

Mad Science of St. Louis
Saint Louis, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Sept 2025
💰 $40,000/yr

About the role

Benefits:
  • Free food & snacks

Help Get Kids Excited About Science! 


Are you ready to spark curiosity and ignite a love for science in kids?  Join the Mad Science team and bring hands-on, jaw-dropping science fun to classrooms across St. Louis!

Why Join Us?

  • Make a Difference: Be a hero to kids as you guide them through exciting experiments, fascinating demonstrations, and imaginative activities.
  • Flexible & Fun: Perfect for college students, part-time workers, or anyone looking for a rewarding side gig.
  • No Science Degree Needed: If you have energy, enthusiasm, and a passion for working with kids, we’ll train you on the rest!
What You’ll Do

  • Teach 1-hour, high-energy science classes at schools throughout St. Louis.
  • Engage groups of up to 20 kids (ages 5-12) with activities like generating electricity, creating chemical reactions, and building catapults.
  • Work 2-4 afternoons a week (Monday-Thursday) with flexible scheduling to fit your life.
The Details

  • Time Commitment: 2 hours per day, between 2:30 PM–5:30 PM.
  • Compensation: Starting at $20/hour.
  • Support: We provide training, curriculum, materials, and a Mad Science lab coat!
What We’re Looking For

  • Experience working with kids (e.g., camp counselor, teaching, Sunday School teaching).
  • High-energy, outgoing personality to captivate young students.
  • Reliable transportation and availability at least two afternoons per week.
  • Ability to pass a background check.
Why You’ll Love It

Whether you’re teaching kids how to make goo, work with robots, or explore the animal kingdom, you’ll leave each class knowing you’ve made a difference.

Apply Now!

Bring science to life and inspire the next generation of thinkers and creators.
Apply online at https://stlouis.madscience.org/workforus-application.aspx Compensation: $20.00 per hour


Mad Science is a powerhouse brand with locations around the globe! For over 35 years, we have sparked imaginative learning through our summer camps, birthday parties, in-class workshops, after-school programs, and special events for kids ages 3-12. Become part of our team and help us inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers. Our locations are always looking for part-time instructors and full-time office staff.


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