Lead Mad Scientist

3 days ago

Dartmouth, Canada Mad Science Group Full time

**Benefits**:

- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts

Do you have the organizational skills of a NASA launch director, the improv skills of a stand-up comic, and the crowd-control powers of a theme-park ride operator on free-ice-cream day? Mad Science of the Maritimes is searching for a _legendary human_ to join our crew as our **Lead Instructor & Kit Prep Hero**.

This is not your average job. You’ll spend your days **teaching mind-blowing science to kids**, prepping our magical trunks of experiments, training other Mad Scientists, and making sure our programming runs like a well-oiled rocket engine.

**Your Mission**
- **Teach** 2+ high-energy, hands-on science programs each day in schools, camps, and special events across HRM (and sometimes beyond).
- **Prep kits** like a master chef preps a kitchen—every piece in place, organized, and ready for the show.
- **Train and support** our part-time Mad Scientists so they’re confident, dynamic, and delivering top-tier experiences.
- Keep our **gear and materials organized** so Caitlin can sleep at night.
Communicate like a pro—ask questions when you need clarity, share ideas, and give feedback. Keep things rolling even when schedules shift—flexibility is part of the job description.

**We’re Looking for Someone Who Is**
- **Organized to the core** (you colour-code your colour-coded labels).
- **Dynamic and engaging**—you light up a room and hold a kid’s attention like you’re telling the best story they’ve ever heard.
- **Fun-aunt/uncle energy**—playful, quick to laugh, but also responsible and trusted.
- **Self-starting**—you don’t wait to be told twice and you spot problems before they happen.
- **Kid-magnetic**—your super power is connecting with kids in a way that makes them feel seen, excited, and safe.
- Comfortable working independently _and_ as part of a high-energy team.

**Perks of Joining the Mad Science Crew**
- Work in an environment where _fun is literally part of the job description_.
Make a real difference—kids will remember your programs for years. Be part of a small, supportive team that values creativity, initiative, and humour. All the slime you could ever want. (Don’t eat it.)

**Details**
- **Schedule**: 30-40 hours/week, Monday-Friday (occasional weekends possible).
- **Pay**: $20/hour + mileage reimbursement when traveling for programs.
- **Location**: Based in Dartmouth, with travel to schools and venues.

Compensation: $20.00 per hour

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.

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