Enrichment Instructor for Children After School

Long Island STEAM Group•Plainview, NY

2d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

Mad Science is looking for energetic and dynamic individuals to conduct fun and engaging after-school STEM programs during the 2025-2026 at various elementary schools within Nassau and Suffolk County. A teaching or education background is a plus, but is not required . This is a part-time position for 3 to 5 afternoons per week at 2 hours per day. Our office is located in East Meadow, but we do programming out of office at schools, libraries, and other organizations. Mad Science of Long Island is an organization encompassing several educational and entertaining programs for pre- and elementary school children. We are also the provider of Schoolhouse Chess, and Brixology, and have been bringing leaning programs to the children of Long Island for over 20 years. We take pride in merging education with entertainment with engaging presentations for children when they are most receptive to learning. Having fun while learning is evident throughout every assembly, workshop, birthday party, summer camp, and after-school enrichment program we offer. We are always seeking highly energetic and dynamic individuals to conduct fun workshops and shows throughout the year at schools and camps around Long Island. We promote creativity by allowing children to experiment and experience for themselves how compelling and interactive learning can be. 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.

Requirements

You must be available 3-5 afternoons per week between the hours of 2:30pm and 5pm
Good communication skills, attention to detail, and a joyful approach to teaching
Experience working with children ages 6-11
Access to reliable transportation and willingness to travel within a 10 mile radius of your home
Outgoing and engaging personality

Nice To Haves

A teaching or education background is a plus
A background in art, science, teaching, chess, or Lego-building is desirable

Responsibilities

Conduct fun and engaging after-school STEM programs at various elementary schools
Conduct fun workshops and shows throughout the year at schools and camps around Long Island