We are currently looking for Part Time Mad Scientists who love the rewarding work of working with children.

Do you have a passion for working with children? Do you want to work for a fun company that strives to spark the imagination and curiosity of children? Do you have experience instructing and/or performing in front of a large group of children?

We are looking to expand our team of Mad Scientists to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers with our award-winning and "edu-taining" Birthday Parties. Candidates that also have availability during the week, may also have the opportunity to teach in-class workshops in schools and childcare facilities.

NOTE: For the right candidates, there is potential for Full Time work in the summer as a Summer Camp Leader in July and August (great for university students).

CANDIDATES MUST:

1. have full availability during the weekends to conduct parties between the hours of 11AM - 5PM. (Availability does have some flexibility).
2. have experience working with children in an in-person instructional role. Sorry, babysitting is not satisfactory.
3. have a reliable vehicle*. This requirement is NOT optional. All positions require driving to different site locations and transporting equipment that will be needed.
4. be dependable, responsible, reliable and punctual.
5. have a strong work ethic, being able to organize and prioritize responsibilities while working as a team.
6. be able to problem solve independently.
7. have good presentation skills and understand both crowd management and crowd control.
8. be respectful, encouraging, fun and outgoing with children.
9. be able to have friendly,



respectful and informative communication with parents and/or clients (ie. parents, school staff, daycare staff, library staff, corporate staff).
10. be willing to apply for a police security clearance with vulnerable sector check if they don't already possess one that is less than 12 months old.
11. be able to provide references.
12. have some availability during the week, between the hours of 9AM - 5PM, for training.
13. for additional work teaching workshops: some availability during the week, typically between the hours of 9AM - 4PM.

Responsibilities

- Driving to each event and punctual arrival.
- Engaging and entertaining children age 3 - 12 using inquisitive, interactive and hands-on experiments.
- Utilize strong communication skills with both children and teachers/parents, ensuring a positive whole and overall experience.
- Adapt performance and/or teaching methods to suit diverse audiences, fostering an inclusive atmosphere.
- Taking payment from customers.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of time worked.
- Safeguarding equipment that is in your possession from damage.

Job Type: Part time Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule

Application question(s):
- When are you available to start?
- Are you looking for temporary work (less than 1 year) or long term work (greater than 1 year)? And if temporary, for what period of time?
- Do you own a reliable vehicle and are you willing to pick up and transport necessary equipment to our events?
- What type of experience do you have working with children? Sorry - baby sitting DOES NOT qualify.

Education:
- Secondary School (required)

Experience:
- instructional: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 P/T Children's Party Entertainer and Science Instructor (Calgary)
🏢 Mad Science
📍 Calgary