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For our Circus Camp info visit Camp Info Page at: https://www.therisingcircus.com/camps

Duties include: 

  • aerial and ground circus instruction to children 6-12 yrs 

  • supervise circus arts & crafts activities

  • supervise campers during outdoor time

  • supervise snack and lunch time

  • co-create a mini circus show for end of each camp week

  • camp leader training provided

Schedule:

  • Mon - Fri 9:15am -3:00pm

  • 2023 Spring Break Camp March 20-24 and March 27-31

  • 2023 Summer Camps July 3-Aug 25

  • Must be available for at least 1 week during Spring Break and at least 4 weeks of summer camp

Ideal Candidates:

  • 15+ yrs of age

  • prior experience teaching circus to kids or willing to learn

  • trains in circus arts and has a solid grasp of circus foundations on silk, hammock, hoop, trapeze

  • enjoy working with kids age 6-12

  • Clear communicator and can speak in a loud voice

  • Positive attitude and energy 

  • 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

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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: 

  • Opening and closing the circus centre

  • Cleaning facility before start of party- vacuuming floors and cleaning bathrooms

  • Greeting circus families/participants at front door

  • Ensure waivers have been signed

  • Give birthday families a short tour of facility

  • Ensure participants stay in front lobby until coaches are ready to accept participants into circus room

  •  On site staff member in case of emergency.   Training on The Rising’s emergency procedures will be given. 

  • Odd jobs during circus party if supervising only.  eg. Extra cleaning/organization

  • Clean facility after parties are done for the day

  • If interested in co-instructing circus party please indicate in cover letter.  We have 2 instructors per party.  Training provided.  

Schedule:

  • Part time

  • Sundays 12:15- 5:30pm

Requirements:

  • First Aid/CPR certified ( OFA level 1 or equivalent ). Successful applicant can get certification after hiring if needed 

  • 20+ yrs of age

  • Friendly and enjoy working with the public

  • Clear communicator

  • Mature and responsible

  • Positive attitude and energy to reflect the happy event - a circus party!

  • Previous experience in customer service a plus

  • If interested in supervisor and instructor role must have basic experience training on aerial hammock, trapeze, and hoop.

Other info:

  • 20% off all personal aerial classes

  • 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:

  • aerial silk

  • aerial hoop

  • corde lisse ( rope )

  • straps

  • static or dance trapeze

  • tumbling

  • acro-balance and acro-yoga

  • contortion

  • juggling/manipulation

  • hand to hand balancing

  • pilates 

  • strength and conditioning

  • 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

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