Riding Instructor
Summary
Teach horseback riding to students of all ages and skill levels, coach competitive teams, and maintain stable operations including horse care and facility upkeep.
Riding Instructor/Team Coach/Local Show Coach
Garrison Forest School is seeking an organized, energetic person with strong interpersonal skills for the position of Riding Instructor. The Riding Instructor will also serve as a Team and Local Show Coach for the Garrison Forest School. This is an exciting position to support the GFS Riding Department equestrian program’s mission as a riding instructor/trainer for recreational and competitive riding and all related equestrian program activities.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach riding to a wide skill and age range of students
- Coach GFS clients at IEA and BCHSA competitions, team, and individual
- Assist with daily horse care
- Assist as needed with all tasks associated with the daily stable routine including feeding, watering, turn-out, blanketing, grooming, stable laundry, barn, and arena care and maintenance
- Prepare horses and facilities for lessons, competitions, and related activities on a timely basis.
- Establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, students, vendors, and the community
- Work closely with Veterinarians, Farriers, and staff to keep horses in top form
- Some riding may be available
- Perform related duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will have the ability to demonstrate proper instruction and horsemanship.
This is a twelve-month position that requires work on some evenings and weekends. The annual salary range for this position is $40,000-$50,000, based on years of experience and education level; the exact compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.