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circus & magic instructor

GUARANTEED SUMMER CAMP JOBS!

Exclusive summer camp job offers for those with specialized skills and qualifications

Being a part of the circus or magic staff at a summer camp in America is one of the most rewarding and exhilarating jobs at summer camp. You will get the chance to teach campers various skills in small group lessons (normally 5 or 6 a day) or during one on one private lessons. Depending on the size of the camp you can experience anything from a small department to a fully functioning circus department with multiple rigs, trapezes, tissues, ropes, chines poles, german wheels, rolla bolla’s and more. Sign up today to be a Camp Counselor, leader and part of the circus or magic staff (remember: we have awesome jobs at camp, no matter what your skill level is - you don’t have to be an expert to be a part of our program).

If you have strong circus or magic skills, then CCUSA has an amazing package for you!

  • GUARANTEED job placement at a summer camp in America*;
  • A job you will love and an unforgettable summer.

ADVANCED circus or magic INstructor

Requirements:

  • Have a Degree/Diploma/Certification in circus arts, magic or equivalent;
  • Have 1 year teaching experience or professional experience in circus;
  • Experience in four or more of these areas:
    • Magic;
    • Circus group acts such as adagio, group aerial, group juggling or hoop-diving;
    • Preliminary circus specialties including static and swinging trapeze, tissue, rope, handstands, tightwire, contortion, chinese pole, german wheel, rolla bolla, juggling, meteors, hula-hoops, tumbling/handstands, fire juggling or breathing;
    • Fitness, strength and conditioning for circus performers;
    • Performance skills: acting, improv, clown and voice;
    • Rigging, equipment and safety in the circus environment;
  • Provide footage of your skills in your CCUSA introduction video;
  • A desire to teach children in a fun, encouraging and safe manner.

ELITE circus INSTRUCTOR

Requirements:

  • Be 21 years or older;
  • Have a Degree/Diploma/Certification in circus arts, magic or equivalent;
  • Have 2 years teaching experience or professional experience in circus;
  • Experience in four or more of these areas:
    • Magic;
    • Circus group acts such as adagio, group aerial, group juggling or hoop-diving;
    • Preliminary circus specialties including static and swinging trapeze, tissue, rope, handstands, tightwire, contortion, chinese pole, german wheel, rolla bolla, juggling, meteors, hula-hoops, tumbling/handstands, fire juggling or breathing;
    • Fitness, strength and conditioning for circus performers;
    • Performance skills: acting, improv, clown and voice;
    • Rigging, equipment and safety in the circus environment;
  • Provide footage of your skills in your CCUSA introduction video;
  • A desire to teach children in a fun, encouraging and safe manner.

 Apply today - CCUSA has specific camps that need you and your skills now!

Whether you are an Advanced or Elite applicant you will receive the additional program benefits:

  • Meals and accommodation included while at camp, saving you money for traveling and fun with friends;
  • Comprehensive medical insurance for the duration of your time at camp;
  • Sponsorship for the J-1 visa required to work at a camp;
  • CCUSA orientation, 24/7 support and much more.

*Guaranteed Placement is for anyone who meets the above requirements and is accepted onto the Camp Counselors USA program by February 1st, the year you are going to camp.
**Inclusion in a category is subject to availability, and CCUSA has final decision on acceptance as an advanced or elite qualified participant.