Educational Operations Specialist

Mad Science•Milwaukee, WI

1d•$20 - $25

About The Position

Calling all Teachers, Preschool Teachers, Day Care Teachers, Camp Counselors and people who like working with kids! Do you have a passion for education? Do you want to work for a fun company that strives to spark the imagination and curiosity of children through fascinating science programs? Are you the type of person who says "I got this" and "What can I do to help?" Look no further; join our team today in this newly created position to help support our growing business. Company Overview: Our mission is to inspire children through science and art, sparking lifelong imagination and curiosity. For over 35 years, we have delivered unique, hands-on science experiences for children through our after-school programs, birthday parties, workshops, special events, and summer camps. Our innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational! Mad Science is the world's leading provider of fun science programs for elementary-aged children. JOB SUMMARY: At Mad Science we are having a BLAST! We pay you to have fun! Build and fly rockets, mix up chemical reactions, explore the states of matter using dry ice, and help children create slime and other polymers. You will inspire the next generation of scientists through our innovative activities that show kids what science is really all about. You do NOT need to be a certified teacher, nor do you need to be a science major, we teach elementary kids, we can train you on the science. As a Mad Science teacher you will lead students through an inquiry-based discovery method involving instructor demonstrations, hands-on activities and amazing take-home projects that will illustrate how science affects the world around us.We provide the pre-set curriculum and supplies. Each class is a high-energy, part entertainment, part education, hands-on class. Some classes last for one hour, other camps may last an entire day. Most of our classes are outreach, although some will take place at our lab. You must enjoy teaching young children and have pride knowing you are making a difference in the communities we serve. When you aren't teaching, you will work in the office as part of our Operations team. Your job duties will include: Maintain relationships with clients and updates contact databases as needed Handle incoming inquiries for programming Create new business opportunities (schools, organizations, camps) Assist with client communications such as booking confirmations, invoices, follow-up surveys, and requested promotional material

Requirements

Some experience working with groups of elementary age (5-12) children (such as teacher, teachers assistant, instructor or camp counselor).
Must be available at least four days during the week and able to work at least once a month a few daytime programs on the weekends.
We are flexible with a schedule working 20-40 hours per week.
Must have a reliable car and valid driver's license.
All employees are required to undergo a criminal background check.
Have a fun & outgoing personality
You must be reliable and dependable, and able to lift our equipment which can sometimes weigh up to 25 pounds.
please don't apply if you aren't looking for stable, long term employment, this is a year round position.

Responsibilities

Maintain relationships with clients and updates contact databases as needed
Handle incoming inquiries for programming
Create new business opportunities (schools, organizations, camps)
Assist with client communications such as booking confirmations, invoices, follow-up surveys, and requested promotional material