Part-time Instructor (STEAM for Elementary)

Mad Science & Imagine Arts Academy of Colorado is hiring PART TIME instructors to conduct hands-on After School Programs in various schools in the Denver metro area. Instructors will conduct after school classes 1-3 days per week depending on availability. Therefore, afternoon availability between 2:00 and 4:00 pm is required.

Pay $25-33/hour for each 1.5-2 hour shift. Training is paid. Mileage too!

Specifically looking for instructors who:

• Are located in the Denver metro area. We have current opportunities available in Littleton (zip code 80121).
• Are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and/or Thursdays from 2:00 - 4:00 PM (must be available at least on Tuesdays afternoon).
• Have prior classroom experience or a demonstrated ability to independently manage and teach a group of up to 20 children on their own.
• Can commit to at least November to December.
• Are available to begin assignments in immediately.

Imagine Arts Academy

Our unique approach allows kids to use art concepts and techniques as a way to interact with and learn about the world. We put the emphasis on art as a problem-solving tool, as a career path, as a way to learn about different places and cultures, and more.

• Kids learn many different techniques like sculpting, illustration, painting, and textile artistry
• Projects are based on the children's interpretation of each week's theme.
• Kids make a different in-class project every week!
• Perfect for kids ages 5-12

Mad Science

We are the same team running both Imagine Arts Academy and Mad Science, and are looking for instructors who are open to teaching both. Mad Science is the world's leading science enrichment provider. We deliver unique science experiences for children. We specialize in teaching in a workshop style, meaning K-5 students in one class, working on hands-on science experiments.

Check this video out, and visit our website colorado.madscience.org for more information on what we do: https://youtu.be/1lk9rjpddpo

Who are our Imagine Arts Academy and Mad Science Instructors?

Our instructors have very varied backgrounds! We have college students, retired folks, those with teaching/childcare experience, and the list goes on.

The main qualities we look for in applicants:

• A willingness to learn and take helpful feedback
• Flexible schedule/afternoon availability
• Good sense of humor
• Patience
• Clear and punctual communication skills
• Enjoy and have experience working with school-aged children (5-11 years grades K-5th)
• Have access to dependable transportation
• Age 19+
• Must have at least 1 afternoon available (approximately 2:00 to 4:00pm Monday through Thursday)

This job will offer

• A great resume building experience of teaching art classes.
• Training and lesson plans
• Experience to work in a very professional organization.
• Good compensation and mileage
• The opportunity to positively impact your community
• A supportive office team to help you along the way!

The work involves driving to the schools and lifting light and heavy objects like art kits. The candidate must be able to stand for long periods of time.

Please apply only if you are looking for a very part-time job!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a reliable form of transportation?
• We must background check each instructor. Is there anything on your record that we should be aware of?
• Would you be comfortable leading a class of up to 20 children on your own?
• Would you be willing to teach both our art and science enrichment programs?

Work Location: In person