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Camp Cayuga


Jobs

Horse Jumping Instructors

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Posted on: October 14, 2020 Apply Now
Internships Expires June 1, 2021

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.

* Horsemanship Staff includes 20 instructors who have certification in equine studies, or experience teaching horsemanship classes to children of all abilities.

* 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.

* Instructors are trained, evaluated, and qualified by our Horsemanship Director prior to the campers’ arrival.

* 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

* Horseback Riding (English & Western)

* Skateboarding & Inline Skating

* 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

Apply Now

Employer Partners

Fifth Third BankChevronCapital OneSpin Systems, Inc.Miller Electric CompanyEnterprise HoldingsAbbVieDowWells Fargo
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Meet the Team

Marie Smallwood Marie Smallwood Meet Marie
Antonio Hundley Antonio Hundley Meet Antonio
Ashley Williams Ashley Williams Meet Ashley
Kindrea Hill Kindrea Hill Meet Kindrea
Mia Zeigler Mia Zeigler Meet Mia
Sean Collins Sean Collins Meet Sean
Leola Moore Leola Moore Meet Leola

Contact & Location

Phone
(850) 599-3700
Email
cpdcenter@famu.edu
Address

Center for Access and Student Success (CASS), Suite 309
1735 Wahnish Way
Tallahassee, FL 32310

Service Hours

M 8am-5pm
T 8am-5pm
W 8am-5pm
TH 8am-5pm
F 8am-5pm
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Career and Professional Development Center
Center for Access and Student Success (CASS), Suite 309
1735 Wahnish Way
Tallahassee, FL 32310
(850) 599-3700
cpdcenter@famu.edu
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