About us
At The Tiny Scientist, we know exactly what it’s like to want to explore bugs, build rockets and ask millions of questions - all at the same time! Our mission is to bring out the inner scientist inherent in every child.
If you are a fun, outgoing, intelligent person who likes working with kids, this might be the job for you! We are a science-based program operating in Brooklyn. You will help create an atmosphere where kids can learn science concepts through exciting, hands-on activities while still having a fantastic time with their friends and teachers - and staying safe!
Your daily job responsibilities include
- reading lesson plans and familiarizing yourself with our curriculum content and style.
- assisting with walking children safely One of our locations to the park and back.
- teaching fun hands-on science lessons.
- Post-lesson cleanup/set up, sanitizing, and organizing.
Hours:
This job is in person and has potential for growth for candidates with additional skills that help grow the business. You must be available at least 4 days each week during after-school hours, between 8:00 am-3:00 pm. We also have extended care hours most days from 3:00pm-6:00 pm. Must be available Monday through Friday.
You must:
- Have experience working with elementary-age children.
- Be highly reliable with a positive attitude and an interest in education/science.
- Be a great multi-tasker who is adaptable to change.
- Be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
- Be excellent at communication and a team player.
- Be punctual, responsible, friendly, well-spoken, creative, a hard worker, and have a GREAT sense of humor!
Pay:
Teacher Pay: Part-time
Salary: $19.00 to $26.00/hour (Depending on experience)
To Apply:
DO NOT JUST SEND US A RESUME! Send us an email with 2-3 lines (or more) telling us a bit about yourself and why you are great for this job. We are an equal-opportunity employer.
COVID-19 considerations:
Staff and child temperatures/health screenings daily. We are limiting our number of enrollees. We wear masks and will require children to do the same until a safe vaccine is developed for children unless eating or drinking.
The Tiny Scientist provided the following inclusive hiring information:
We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
- Women-led organization'
- Most Diverse Staff Ever
- Flexibility
- Ability to help give input to our curriculum
- Monthly incentives for all staff members
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Working with kids: 1 year (Required)
- elementary age instruction (any area): 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person