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:

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



respectful and informative communication with parents and/or clients (ie. parents, school staff, daycare staff, library staff, corporate staff).
- 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.
- be able to provide references.
- have some availability during the week, between the hours of 9AM - 5PM, for training.
- 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
- Versatile 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 of Southern Alberta
📍 Calgary