Kids Science Performer

We are currently looking for OUTGOING and EXCITING people to present MAD SCIENCE SHOWS and PARTIES!

Are you looking for a job that's FUN and gives you loads of EXPERIENCE on stage, in the spotlight? Look no further than MAD SCIENCE! For SHOWS you'll visit schools, libraries, camps and more to deliver AMAZING science presentations that will WOW your audiences of 15-250 kids! We provide the training and equipment, and handle all the booking and scheduling from our office. All you do is go have fun with the kids!

Shows happen ALL THE TIME! This is a part-time job, but we prefer someone with a flexible schedule who can take on many gigs when given plenty of notice.

Parties happen during set times on the weekends. Parties typically book 2-6 weeks in advance. We do not require party instructors to be available all weekend or every weekend. This is a part-time job, with high flexibility.

Requirements:

• An OUTGOING and DYNAMIC personality
• Enjoys performing in front of an audience (birthday parties typically 15-25 children)
• Experience with groups of children ages 4-12
• Some experience in theater a plus.
• Reliable transportation (events occur throughout the Greater Charlotte area)
• A cell phone
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs
• Available many weekends (shows are more common during the week)
• Knowledge of basic science (don't worry - we'll train the rest!)
• Lots of ENERGY
• All instructors must pass a background check
• At least 18 years of age

Successful candidates are also:

• Responsible - able to conduct programs safely and efficiently
• Reliable - on time, prepared
• Adaptable - able to adjust to every environment and group type
• Professional - comfortable dealing with everyone from parents to principals
• Flexible - able to function in a business where schedules and workloads are at the mercy of the customer
• FUN!!!

Starting event pay ranges from $25-$37.50/hr based on type of event

Mileage pay: 1-20 $0.25/mile (federal rate - .42) | 21-74 $0.45/mile (federal rate - .22) | $0.67/mile (federal rate) for trips over 75 miles (extreme travel optional)

Flexible hours - we can easily book around your other commitments with notice

Mad Science of the Triangle

Mad Science is a leading science enrichment provider.

We deliver unique, hands-on science experiences for children that are as entertaining as they are educational.

Mad Science Group Inc. has franchises located around the world, who bring science education to millions of children each year. Our innovative programs help kids learn about science through our fun after-school programs, preschool programs, in-class workshops, camps, birthday parties and special events.

Mad Science programs encourage scientific literacy in children in an age when science is as vital as reading, writing and arithmetic and we don’t stop there.

For over 30 years, we have invested in research and development and continue to do so. We believe in the importance of being at the forefront of our industry and continue to create hands-on science programming for kids.

Our approach to teaching science invites children to pursue STEM careers. We encourage parents, teachers and schools to contact a Mad Science location near you to find out more about services in your community

Our Mission:

Mad Science is on a mission to spark the imagination and curiosity of children by providing them with fun, interactive and educational programs that instill a clear understanding of what science is, and how it affects their world.

Company Website: triangle.madscience.org

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $37.50 per hour

Expected hours: 2 – 8 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours
• Evenings as needed
• Every weekend
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a valid drivers license?

Experience:

• Experience with children: 1 year (Preferred)
• Performance: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Raleigh-Durham, NC (Required)

Work Location: In person