Reg. Riding Instructor
About The Position
Instructs equine-assisted sessions and un-mounted program activities in a safe, professional manner. Develops rider goals and weekly objectives and documents weekly progress for each rider. Submits written evaluation on each participant at the end of each semester. Adheres to Manes & Motions policies and PATH standards at all times. Attends and participates in staff meetings, program functions and trainings. Represents the program in a positive and professional manner at all times. Communicates needs or changes in regards to participants, horses, volunteers and equipment with appropriate staff.
Requirements
- PATH Certified Instructor.
- Adult and Child CPR Certification.
- First Aid Certification.
- High School Diploma.
Nice To Haves
- One year experience in the field of equine-assisted activities.
- One year experience teaching horseback riding skills to able bodied riders.
Responsibilities
- Instructs equine-assisted sessions and un-mounted program activities in a safe, professional manner.
- Develops rider goals and weekly objectives and documents weekly progress for each rider.
- Submits written evaluation on each participant at the end of each semester.
- Adheres to Manes & Motions policies and PATH standards at all times.
- Attends and participates in staff meetings, program functions and trainings.
- Represents the program in a positive and professional manner at all times.
- Communicates needs or changes in regards to participants, horses, volunteers and equipment with appropriate staff.
- Effectively implements first aid measures, using appropriate equipment.
- Communicates participant, horse, facility and equipment issues, problems to Facility Coordinator or designee.
- Communicates volunteer issues, problems to the volunteer coordinator or designee.
- Develops and implements an IRP for each participant according to their individual goals and abilities.
- Documents weekly progress of each participant and submits a written summary of such progress at the end of each semester.
- Provides on-going education and safety awareness to volunteers.
- Participates in developing weekly themes and the daily ring set-up/breakdown for each theme.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
