Junior Riding Instructor

GIRL SCOUTS OF NORTHEAST TEXAS•Palestine, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Summer camp at Camp Bette Perot runs in the months of June and July. The camp holds 210 bedspaces and a thriving equestrian program, situated on approximately 1,300 acres of piney woods in East Texas and has been open since 1970. The Junior Riding Instructor is responsible for participating as a member of the Equestrian Program team in the operation of the summer Equestrian program as delegated. The Junior Riding instructor is responsible for the safety of campers and fellow staff, daily care of the horses, daily program and badge work and camp duties as assigned. This position ensures compliance with all GSNETX, ACA, and state health department guidelines while creating a safe and supportive environment for fostering a love of horses.

Requirements

Fifteen years of age or older
2 years experience in the Tejas Riders EQ Leadership Program (Junior coaching a plus).
Knowledge of and ability to work with children, adults, and horses.
Knowledge / Understanding of philosophy and program of Girl Scouting or willingness to learn about.
Flexible and creative in carrying out responsibilities
Good communication skills
Ability to function as part of a team
Ability to adapt to group living situations
Demonstrate and promote a climate of courtesy, respect and professionalism to coworkers, the volunteers served by this council, and others with whom her/his job puts her/him in contact
Willingness to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
Adheres to the GSNETX’s equal opportunity and non-discrimination policies, which ensure that there will be no discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, creed, national origin, socioeconomic status, disability, or age.
Must hold membership in the Girl Scout organization and subscribe to the tenets of the Girl Scout Promise and Law.
Attendance is an essential job requirement defined as having regular, consistent, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance including the ability to work regular hours and shifts, before and after hours, and on weekends, when required.
Must complete and pass a criminal background check.
Collaboration and Teamwork.
Time Management.
Must Be able to lift 50+ lbs consistently and over 50lbs occasionally.
Willingness to work in all types of weather.
Horseback riding and saddling ability is required.
Knowledge of the care of and safety of children and horses.
Work with minimal supervision
Self-Starter
First Aid/CPR/AED certification
Protecting our Girls GSNETX Training

Responsibilities

Provides Equestrian program activities that follow Girl Scout program standards, safety and security guidelines, and activity checkpoints
Prepares and carries out specific program activities with campers, following Girl Scout program standards, safety and security guidelines, and activity checkpoints.
Responsible for a specific set of horses, and their daily care.
Ensures all badge work that is scheduled for each session is completed.
Serve as a role model for campers, volunteers, and staff by embodying the Girl Scout Promise and Law.
Assist with care of horses, including feeding, watering, and veterinary care.
Must be willing to participate in and or take a leadership role in equestrian programming.
Keep staff living quarters and staff house clean
Create an inclusive and welcoming camp environment for diverse participants.
Contribute to equestrian center’s cleanliness and organization.
Performs all other duties as delegated by the Equestrian Manager or Equestrian Care Specialist.
Ensure compliance with ACA, GSUSA, and state health and safety standards.
Remains alert to potential hazardous situations and follows established emergency procedures when required.
Communicate respectively with all coworkers.
Collaborate as needed with all other camp staff professionally and respectfully.
Report incidents that arise to supervisor.
Be active outdoors in variable weather conditions all year, including walking around camp on uneven terrain.
Be welcoming, respectful, enthusiastic, and professional with colleagues, members of all ages, and the public at all times.
Performs other duties, as assigned.