Equine Instructor

Heritage Schools, Inc. • Provo, UT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Equine Instructor provides therapeutic riding instruction and horsemanship education for youth in a residential treatment setting. This role combines equestrian instruction, horse care, and student mentorship to create safe, engaging, and therapeutic experiences. Working alongside therapists and the Equestrian Manager, the instructor helps students build confidence, responsibility, and emotional growth through meaningful interactions with horses.

Requirements

• Experience with horse care, riding instruction, and horsemanship.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting hay, cleaning stalls, and assisting riders.
• Strong communication, patience, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries while mentoring youth.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Ability to work outside year round.
• Experience driving a truck and trailer.

Nice To Haves

• Previous teaching or therapeutic riding experience preferred.
• PATH Intl., CHA, Parelli, or similar certification preferred.
• Passion for horses and helping youth succeed.
• Strong horsemanship and safety awareness.
• Calm, dependable, and patient under pressure.
• Team player who collaborates well with therapists and fellow staff.
• Organized, proactive, and committed to creating a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach therapeutic riding lessons and horsemanship to students of varying experience levels.
• Partner with therapists to support individual and group equine therapy sessions.
• Ensure the health, safety, and daily care of horses, including feeding, grooming, stall cleaning, and basic health monitoring.
• Prepare horses, tack, and equipment for lessons while maintaining a safe riding environment.
• Supervise students in the barn and model safe horse-handling practices.
• Build positive, professional relationships that encourage student growth and support treatment goals.
• Report facility or horse health concerns promptly.
• Support the overall operation of the equestrian program and assist with additional duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed