Bakersfield ! STEM Instructors

At Mad Science, we are having a BLAST! We pay you to have fun! Build and fly rockets, demonstrate lasers, 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 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.

Mad Science is the world's leading provider of fun science programs for elementary‑aged children.

We are looking for HIGHLY ENERGETIC, DYNAMIC AND CONFIDENT individuals to join our growing team to conduct exciting science, engineering, and technology programs. You do NOT need to be a certified teacher (although we love that!).

• Short‑term contract (10‑12 weeks) with potential to extend.
• Beginning January 2026.
• Ideally available Monday‑Friday, 12‑5pm.
• Minimum requirement: 3 consistent weekdays from 12‑5pm.
• Must be able to meet every two weeks in Los Angeles for equipment/material exchange and safely store materials between exchanges.
• Pay: hourly for all areas of business (including set‑up and clean‑up).
• Starting pay: $22.00‑$25.00 per hour, DOE.

• Facilitating in‑person workshops and after‑school science enrichment programs for children from preschool through elementary school.
• Deliver high‑energy, part entertainment, part education, hands‑on programming.
• Meet bi‑monthly (every two weeks) to exchange class materials in Los Angeles.
• Attend paid training sessions.
• Be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
• Be on time for all scheduled activities.
• Adhere to strict safety and cleanliness guidelines.

• Ideally available Monday‑Friday, 12‑5pm for the full duration of the session (10‑12 weeks); ability to commit to the length of any given program and maintain steady weekly availability.
• Minimum: available 3 consistent weekdays from 12‑5pm.
• Must have an insured personal vehicle for transporting equipment and attending material exchanges.
• Some experience teaching or working with groups of elementary‑age (4‑12) children (e.g., after‑school teacher or camp counselor).
• Minimum of 1 year of college suggested; degrees and/or graduate degrees are a plus.
• Maintain a fun, flexible, & outgoing personality.
• Enjoy teaching young children the art of science.

• Mileage compensation.
• Referral bonuses.
• New session bonuses.
• Ongoing training and guidance.

We train you in the curriculum and provide all materials. Mad Science classes follow the school calendar and are presented year‑round. This is rewarding work if it fits with your schedule and lifestyle.