PATH Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor

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.

Qualifications

• 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 driver’s license and good driving record required;
• Reliable transportation; and
• Willingness to perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job 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.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear;
• Standing and walking for long periods of time in uneven footing;
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl;
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds;
• Regularly required to use close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision. Must also have the ability to adjust focus.