Does Mad Science pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Mad Science employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Mad Science. This rating has improved by 22% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Mad Science?

59% of Mad Science employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Mad Science 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 2.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Mad Science?

Instructor (84) , Mad Scientist (26) , Mad Scientist/Instructor (20) , Teacher (16) , After School Instructor (15) , Science Instructor (13) , Camp Counselor (9) , Presenter (8) , Summer Camp Counselor (7) , Stem Instructor (4) , Animator (3) , Camp Instructor (3) , Educator (3) , Intern (3) , Mad Science Instructor (3)

What are the pros of working at Mad Science according to real employee reviews?

"Good pay and lots of good tips" ((in 38 reviews)); "flexible hours and work times" ((in 22 reviews)); "The people working here are nice and kind." ((in 19 reviews)); "great place to work great staff" ((in 17 reviews)); "coworkers are nice and chill" ((in 14 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Mad Science according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management and are rude to employees" ((in 21 reviews)); "Very little training and instruction" ((in 14 reviews)); "It’s contract work so no benefits" ((in 10 reviews)); "Bad communication" ((in 5 reviews)); "Franchise owner feigned ignorance when I pointed out that I was making less than minimum wage." ((in 5 reviews))

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Mad Science Reviews

3.7

59% would recommend to a friend

(361 total reviews)

Ariel Shlien

50% approve of CEO

54% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.0

Diversity and inclusion

3.8

Culture and values

3.8

Work/Life balance

3.5

Senior management

3.2

Compensation and benefits

2.9

Career opportunities

Mad Science has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 361 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Mad Science employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

361 reviews

5.0

31 May 2026

Great people and flexibility, but mostly part-time work

Instructor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Great people working in the office. Flexible schedules, variety in lessons, and lots of fun with the kids. Perfect for those wanting to transition in or out of the classroom.

Cons

Pretty much only a part time gig

4.0

6 Apr 2026

Low stress job

Equipment and inventory specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Low stress, and great for someone who likes a routine

Cons

The hourly pay is pretty low for the amount of physical work you have to do, there is also no benefits.

5.0

31 Mar 2026

Super flexible and supportive

Presenter

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

- flexible schedule - supportive senior staff - extensive training and support while working - reimbursement for travel

Cons

- need access to a vehicle and ability to drive out to the office to pick up materials weekly

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Jobs at Mad Science

Special Events Performer

STEM Summer Camp Instructor

Walnut Creek, CA

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STEM Summer Camp Instructor

Gilroy, CA

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Part Time After School and Weekend STEM Enrichment Instructor

STEM Summer Camp Instructor

Hayward, CA

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