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Horseback Riding Instructors at Summer Camp

Work at a premier coed camp this summer!
WANTED
20 Horsemanship Instructors

WHERE
* Camp Cayuga: Private, coed, nonsectarian, sleepaway camp for children ages 6-16.
* Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania. Less than 3 hours from NYC & Philadelphia.
* ACA accredited camp. Same family ownership since 1963.

WHEN
* This summer Mid-June to Mid-August.

HORSEMANSHIP STAFF
* We are seeking hard-working instructors who are qualified to teach horsemanship in both English & Western styles from beginner to advanced levels to children of all ages.
* The horsemanship staff includes 20 instructors who have certification in equine studies, or experience teaching horsemanship classes to children of all abilities.
* The staff is responsible for barn cleanliness (including mucking-out, sweeping, etc); health & care of our horses (including feeding, watering, grooming, tacking, walking-out); daily class assignments (ring instruction, trail rides); health & care of our petting zoo animals; tack & equipment care; maintain high-level safety standards & proper supervision at all times.
* Certification in first-aid and CPR is also recommended.
* Horseback Riding Instructors are trained, evaluated, and qualified by our Horsemanship Director prior to the campers' arrival.
* The Horsemanship Director is CHA certified (or equivalent) and has documented experience managing an Equestrian Program, including supervising staff, organizing classes, maintaining the facility, and caring for the horses.

EQUESTRIAN PROGRAM
* Horseback Riding in English & Western styles
* Instruction from beginner to advanced levels
* Trail rides
* Horse jumping
* Intercamp horse shows
* Intracamp horse shows
* Evening trail rides
* Horseback overnights
* Horse-care instruction
* Petting zoo (miniature horses, goats, calf, bunnies)

EQUESTRIAN CENTER
* Stables (built 2016)
* 20 horses
* 2 instructional riding rings
* Variety of jumps
* Wooded pastures
* 5 miles of scenic horse trails
* Horseback overnight site
* 4 mini barns at petting zoo for miniature horses, goats, calf, bunnies.
* To see all camp facilities, go to ‘Facilities List’ on our website.

BENEFITS
* Good salary & travel allowance.
* Tipping is permitted. Gratuities range between $500-$1500.
* All meals, lodging, and laundry services are provided.
* Gain valuable experience in helping children learn & grow.
* Work with high-caliber staff from all over the world.
* Join us, and make a positive impact upon the lives of our campers!
* The rewards you’ll gain at Cayuga this summer will last forever!

HOW TO APPLY
* Complete the online application at www.campcayuga.com.
* Questions? Telephone: 908-470-1224, Email: staff@campcayuga.com.
* We encourage you to apply.

OTHER INSTRUCTOR POSITIONS
* All Land & Water Sports
* Foil Fencing
* Skateboarding & Inline Skating
* Hourseback Riding (English & western)
* Martial Arts
* Flying Trapeze
* Circus Arts
* Swim Instructors (WSI)
* Lifeguards
* Pottery Wheel Operation
* Survival Tactics
* Paintball
* Ceramics
* Model Rocketry
* Archery
* Riflery
* Wrestling
* Rock Climbing & Rappelling
* Zip Line
* Drama
* Golf
* ATVs
* Sailing
* Canoeing
* Windsurfing
* Fishing
* Bungee Trampoline Jumping
* Weight Training
* Exercise & Fitness
* Dance & Ballet
* Yoga
* Aerobics
* Zumba
* Music: Guitar, Keyboards, Drums
* Mountain Biking
* Arts & Crafts
* Silk Screening
* Fabric Painting
* Cooking Classes
* Cheerleading
* Gymnastics
* Radio-DJ
* Hiking & Backpacking
* Tennis
* Roller Hockey
* Field Hockey
* Basketball
* Baseball
* Softball
* Lacrosse
* Soccer
* Bubble Soccer
* Flag Football
* Volleyball
* Animal Care
* Petting Zoo
* Digital Photography
* Video Game Room
* Academic Tutors & ESL