Riding Instructor

Heritage Christian Services•Webster, NY

1d•$19

About The Position

Working in conjunction with Director and other Riding Instructors to facilitate a high-quality lesson program. Pay for this position: $18.50 / hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above range represents the organization's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma
PATH Intl CTRI certification or ability to complete certification within first year of hiring
Comprehensive knowledge of horses, horsemanship and care of horses
3+ years’ experience teaching horseback riding lessons with the ability to teach group lessons
Ability to positively interact with participants, volunteers, staff, and community at large
Ability to lift over 50 pounds is required

Responsibilities

To teach assigned lessons and substitute when required while ensuring the safety of participants, volunteers and equines
To evaluate participants for appropriateness of unmounted/mounted lessons. Evaluations should take into consideration current standards.
To teach high-quality, goal-oriented, progressive, and safe ridden lessons
To provide high quality, safe and educational horsemanship experiences
Provide a creative learning environment for all
To work in collaboration with other instructors to provide a safe, creative and relevant program
To obtain PATH Intl Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor Certification and continue to improve upon skills
To create and maintain treatment plans, progress notes and other necessary documentation for participants
Effectively communicate with riders/parents/caregivers/family members to promote holistic care
To participate with training programs for horses
Evaluate safety of tack and equipment on a routine basis
To participate in daily horse routines including care and treatment
Assist Stables Facility Coordinator with horse care including, though not limited to, farrier, veterinary and other appointments.
Participate in scheduled meeting and special events
Follow industry standards