Part-Time Office Assistant and After-School Instructor

Mad Science•Saint Louis, MO

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Mad Science of St. Louis is seeking a reliable, organized, and enthusiastic individual for a unique part-time role that blends office support with occasional after-school teaching. This is a year-round, part-time position, typically Monday through Friday, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role is primarily office-based, but the selected candidate must also be comfortable teaching hands-on science and art enrichment classes to elementary-age children when required. This position offers a variety of tasks, supporting daily office operations while also serving as an on-call instructor for both Mad Science and Imagine Arts Academy programs. Mad Science is a global brand with over 35 years of experience in sparking imaginative learning through various programs for children aged 3-12.

Requirements

Strong communication skills, especially by phone and email
Experience working with groups of children in an instructional setting
Comfort teaching both science and art activities using the provided lesson plans
Good organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to multitask and shift between office, customer service, operations, and teaching responsibilities
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
A team-player attitude and willingness to help wherever needed
Access to a reliable automobile every day
Ability to occasionally lift equipment up to 30 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Enthusiastic personality
Reliable and organized
Comfortable switching between different types of tasks throughout the afternoon
Enjoys variety
Likes working with children
Looking to build both office and instructional experience

Responsibilities

Answering phones and communicating professionally with parents, schools, instructors, and customers
Responding to emails and assisting with customer service
Processing paperwork and helping with office projects
Supporting operations and program logistics
Assisting with equipment packing and preparation as needed
Helping wherever needed to support the office as a whole
Leading science and art classes for elementary-age students
Following the provided lesson plans and curriculum
Creating a fun, safe, and engaging learning environment for children
Representing our programs professionally at local schools