
Job Opportunities

For our Circus Camp info visit Camp Info Page at: https://www.therisingcircus.com/camps
Duties include:
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aerial and ground circus instruction to children 6-12 yrs
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supervise circus arts & crafts activities
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supervise campers during outdoor time
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supervise snack and lunch time
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co-create a mini circus show for end of each camp week
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camp leader training provided
Schedule:
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Mon - Fri 9:15am -3:00pm
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2023 Spring Break Camp March 20-24 and March 27-31
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2023 Summer Camps July 3-Aug 25
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Must be available for at least 1 week during Spring Break and at least 4 weeks of summer camp
Ideal Candidates:
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15+ yrs of age
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prior experience teaching circus to kids or willing to learn
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trains in circus arts and has a solid grasp of circus foundations on silk, hammock, hoop, trapeze
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enjoy working with kids age 6-12
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Clear communicator and can speak in a loud voice
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Positive attitude and energy
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good class management skills
Wage starting at: $15.65 / hour. * pay dependent on experience and age
To Apply: send resume and cover letter introducing yourself and why you would be a good fit for the position to Sarah at director@therisingcircus.com

The Rising is hiring a Weekend Circus Party Supervisor
No coaching/teaching required.
General supervision/management of centre while circus parties are being held.
Duties include:
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Opening and closing the circus centre
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Cleaning facility before start of party- vacuuming floors and cleaning bathrooms
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Greeting circus families/participants at front door
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Ensure waivers have been signed
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Give birthday families a short tour of facility
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Ensure participants stay in front lobby until coaches are ready to accept participants into circus room
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On site staff member in case of emergency. Training on The Rising’s emergency procedures will be given.
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Odd jobs during circus party if supervising only. eg. Extra cleaning/organization
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Clean facility after parties are done for the day
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If interested in co-instructing circus party please indicate in cover letter. We have 2 instructors per party. Training provided.
Schedule:
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Part time
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Sundays 12:15- 5:30pm
Requirements:
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First Aid/CPR certified ( OFA level 1 or equivalent ). Successful applicant can get certification after hiring if needed
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20+ yrs of age
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Friendly and enjoy working with the public
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Clear communicator
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Mature and responsible
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Positive attitude and energy to reflect the happy event - a circus party!
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Previous experience in customer service a plus
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If interested in supervisor and instructor role must have basic experience training on aerial hammock, trapeze, and hoop.
Other info:
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20% off all personal aerial classes
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Contractor position
Wage: $18-25 / hour * dependent on experience & role. eg. supervision only vs. supervision & co-instructor
To Apply: send resume and cover letter introducing yourself and why you would be a good fit for the position to Sarah at director@therisingcircus.com
At The Rising, we believe there's a niche for everyone in circus. We believe in being a place where people come to explore their creative and physical potential through the circus arts. We strive to be a supportive and positive environment that provides safe, progressive, and knowledgeable instruction.
JOIN THE RISING!
Do you have a passion for coaching and the circus arts?
Do you have a knack for or background in understanding body mechanics?
Do you love to learn, create, and inspire?
The Rising is looking for part-time Circus Arts Instructors in various disciplines. Candidates should have intermediate to advanced ability in their chosen areas of circus/aerial/sports training. If needed, training in The Rising's Curriculum will be provided.
Disciplines include but are not limited to:
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aerial silk
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aerial hoop
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corde lisse ( rope )
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straps
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static or dance trapeze
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tumbling
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acro-balance and acro-yoga
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contortion
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juggling/manipulation
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hand to hand balancing
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pilates
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strength and conditioning
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flexibility
If you have another idea for a class or workshop that you would like to teach at The Rising we would love to hear about it!
We have 3 different areas in our warehouse which are suitable for classes/workshops
PAY: competitive pay, dependent on experience
*All coaches receive FREE open training times and 20% off classes ( some exclusions apply). Performance opportunities may be available.
If you are interested in joining our Rising team, please send cover letter and resume to : therisingcircus@gmail.com




