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Mad Science

Workshop Performer

Vienna, VA · On-site

$45 - $80/hr

This is an excellent, well-paying gig perfect for actors, students, freelancers, or anyone looking ... desk job for lab coats, rocket launches, and slime, we want to hear from you! Apply Now and help us ...

Mad Science

Workshop Performer

Springfield, VA · On-site

$45 - $80/hr

This is an excellent, well-paying gig perfect for actors, students, freelancers, or anyone looking ... desk job for lab coats, rocket launches, and slime, we want to hear from you! Apply Now and help us ...

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Workshop Performer

Mad Science

Vienna, VA • On-site

$45 - $80/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

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Spark Curiosity. Create Chaos (The Safe Kind). Get Paid!
Do you love sparking curiosity in young minds? Do you have a flair for the dramatic and a passion for making kids smile?
Mad Science of Washington DC is looking for fun, high-energy, and dynamic individuals to join our team of Workshop Performers! If you want a job where you can make things explode (safely!), inspire the next generation of scientists, and get paid to have fun, this is the ultimate gig for you.
What You'll Do
  • Perform & Teach: Lead high-energy, interactive science workshops and demonstrations for elementary school-aged children.
  • Travel: Drive to various schools, community centers, and event locations across the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia) area.
  • Inspire: Turn complex science concepts into unforgettable, hands-on fun!

What We're Looking For
  • Experience with Kids is a MUST: Whether you've been a teacher, camp counselor, tutor, actor, or youth group leader - you know how to command a room of energetic kids and keep them engaged.
  • The "WOW" Factor: You are outgoing, animated, and not afraid to be silly.
  • Flexibility: You have a flexible schedule and are looking for a rewarding side hustle rather than a strict 9-to-5.
  • Reliable Transportation: You must have your own reliable vehicle to transport workshop kits to various locations.

Training & Support (No Science Degree Required!)
Don't worry if you're not a certified rocket scientist - .we've got you covered!
  • We provide a robust, in-house training program to get you up to speed.
  • Workshops are easy to learn using our proven, step-by-step curriculum.
  • You will be fully shadowed and supported by our team until you are ready to fly solo!

The Real Scoop on Hours & Pay
Please Note: This is an excellent, well-paying gig perfect for actors, students, freelancers, or anyone looking for a fun supplemental income. Because our scheduling depends on school calendars and event bookings, hours will fluctuate weekly.
⚡This position is not a match for those relying on a steady, fixed 40-hour weekly income
Ready to Join the Lab?
If you're ready to trade a boring desk job for lab coats, rocket launches, and slime, we want to hear from you!
Apply Now and help us make science lifelong fun!
Compensation: $45.00 - $80.00 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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