PATH Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor
About The Position
The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School Districtâs team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment. In Pursuit of This Mission, we are looking to hire a PATH Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor. This individual will be responsible for planning and leading safe, effective therapeutic riding lessons in accordance with PATH Intl. standards. The role includes assessing participant needs, developing lesson plans, supervising volunteers, ensuring horse welfare, and maintaining a positive, supportive environment. The instructor will work collaboratively with staff and families to support participant goals while fostering horsemanship skills, confidence, and independence.
Requirements
- High school diploma required, college degree preferred
- PATH Intl. CTRI Certification required
- Certified in CPR and First Aid (or willing to obtain)
- 3 to 5 years of previous horse experience required
- Previous experience with students with disabilities required
- Demonstrated ability to work in multiethnic and multicultural learning environment
- Proven ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
- Proven ability to prioritize tasks based on performance goals
- Excellent problem-solving and time management skills
- Reliable, dependable, and self-starter with a growth mindset
- Valid driverâs license and good driving record required
- Reliable transportation
- Willingness to perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate therapeutic riding services for ECL clients following a pre-planned lesson plan to ensure timely, efficient, and impactful classes
- Oversee preparation and clean up of each lesson
- Review and maintain accurate rider records according to standards
- Utilize horses under the direction of the Program Manager and Arena Programming Coordinator
- Report any issues with horses to the Herd and Barn Coordinator as soon as possible
- Assist in maintaining orderly stalls, barns, equipment, and arena following proper cleaning protocols
- Maintain a supportive, friendly and encouraging environment to staff, students, volunteers, parents/guardians
- Direct lesson volunteers in a positive, respectful manner before, during, and after lessons. Empower volunteers to provide the best possible experience for the participant
- Maintain an environment conducive to volunteer, student, staff, and horse safety
- Be familiar with First Aid/emergency procedures for horses and guests
- Attend staff meetings, ECL functions, fundraisers, and trainings as appropriate
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
