Riding instructor job description
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Example riding instructor requirements on a job description
Riding instructor requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in riding instructor job postings.
Sample riding instructor requirements
- Must have a valid riding instructor certification
- Experience working with both beginner and advanced riders
- Knowledge of horse anatomy, behavior, and care
- Ability to teach proper riding techniques and safety procedures
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Sample required riding instructor soft skills
- Patience and understanding to work with riders of all ages and skill levels
- Passion for horses and commitment to their welfare
- Ability to motivate and inspire riders to achieve their goals
- Flexibility and adaptability to adjust lessons based on individual needs and goals
- Strong work ethic and dedication to providing quality instruction
Riding instructor job description example 1
Hospital for Special Care riding instructor job description
+ QUALIFICATIONS
+ Required: PATH Certified Instructor
+ Required: Adult and Child CPR Certification
+ Required: First Aid Certification
+ Required: High School Diploma
+ Preferred: One year experience in the field of equine-assisted activities.
+ Preferred: One year experience teaching horseback riding skills to able bodied riders.
+ JOB SUMMARY
+ 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.
+ PHYSICAL DEMANDS
+ Stand or walk 80-100% of each shift.
+ Sit 0-20% of each shift.
+ Able to jog alongside a horse for short distances if acting as a side-walker for a rider.
+ Transfer participant from mounting ramp/block to horse and from horse to the ground/ramp in order to mount/dismount each rider.
+ Perform physical skills including lifting, reaching, bending, twisting, kneeling, squatting and pushing/pulling up to 90% of each shift.
+ Grasp with both hands on frequent basis to handle equipment and assist participants and volunteers.
+ Lift and carry up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
+ Fine manipulation is required for writing and computer usage.
+ Maintain strength and endurance as related to the physical demands of the work environment.
+ COGNITIVE DEMANDS
+ Job requires a high level of communication skill including expression of abstract/complex ideas, use of negotiation, active listening and an ability to dialogue with multiple parties.
+ Job requires independent problem identification, problem solving techniques, and adaptability. Abstract reasoning and quick decision making is required. A high degree of selective attention, discernment, perception and concentration is necessary.
+ Job requires a working knowledge of the disabilities served.
+ Job requires ability to adjust and prioritize schedule to adapt to events as needed.
+ Job requires basic writing proficiency needed for written reports including accident/incident reports, weekly goals, objectives, and progress notes and the ability to express self clearly.
+ ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
+ Adheres to regulations, policies, standards of practice and procedure for safety, infection control maintenance and PATH standards.
+ 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.
+ Required: PATH Certified Instructor
+ Required: Adult and Child CPR Certification
+ Required: First Aid Certification
+ Required: High School Diploma
+ Preferred: One year experience in the field of equine-assisted activities.
+ Preferred: One year experience teaching horseback riding skills to able bodied riders.
+ JOB SUMMARY
+ 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.
+ PHYSICAL DEMANDS
+ Stand or walk 80-100% of each shift.
+ Sit 0-20% of each shift.
+ Able to jog alongside a horse for short distances if acting as a side-walker for a rider.
+ Transfer participant from mounting ramp/block to horse and from horse to the ground/ramp in order to mount/dismount each rider.
+ Perform physical skills including lifting, reaching, bending, twisting, kneeling, squatting and pushing/pulling up to 90% of each shift.
+ Grasp with both hands on frequent basis to handle equipment and assist participants and volunteers.
+ Lift and carry up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
+ Fine manipulation is required for writing and computer usage.
+ Maintain strength and endurance as related to the physical demands of the work environment.
+ COGNITIVE DEMANDS
+ Job requires a high level of communication skill including expression of abstract/complex ideas, use of negotiation, active listening and an ability to dialogue with multiple parties.
+ Job requires independent problem identification, problem solving techniques, and adaptability. Abstract reasoning and quick decision making is required. A high degree of selective attention, discernment, perception and concentration is necessary.
+ Job requires a working knowledge of the disabilities served.
+ Job requires ability to adjust and prioritize schedule to adapt to events as needed.
+ Job requires basic writing proficiency needed for written reports including accident/incident reports, weekly goals, objectives, and progress notes and the ability to express self clearly.
+ ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
+ Adheres to regulations, policies, standards of practice and procedure for safety, infection control maintenance and PATH standards.
+ 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.
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Riding instructor job description example 2
Solitude Resort Lodging riding instructor job description
- High School or Equivalent Education - required.
- Attend required training sessions- required.
- PSIA/AASI Level 1 or Level 2 certification- required.
- Strong understanding of the educational concepts particular to your discipline
- A well-developed physical skill-set particular to your discipline
- Outstanding interpersonal skills: ability to create trusting relationships with many personalities
- Well-conditioned for highly athletic activities in a mountain environment over many consecutive days
- Solid understanding of all Solitude guest services and how to appropriately incorporate them into lessons
- Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
- Ability to work outdoors in all temperature/weather conditions
- Ability to work with little supervision after daily assignments are made
- Able to instruct groups and individuals while skiing/riding, both adults and children
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide for participating guests a snowsport lesson experience that consistently exceeds expectations
- Be in attendance and in accordance with all requirements of snowsports Instructor Policies and Procedures
- Continuously assess guests and the snowsport environment for safety
- Seek out and participate in educational events that better your product
- Be a positive and professional ambassador of Solitude, and snowsports in general, to all guests
- Helping raise guests confidence levels
- Making sure individuals are comfortable with their equipment
- Teaching familiarity with the ski lifts
THE BENEFITS AND PERKS
At Solitude Mountain Resort, we offer a variety of employee benefits! First, you are lucky enough to be working in the beautiful, scenic Wasatch Mountains. Enjoy mountain activities before work, after work, on work breaks, and on days off! Activities include skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, cross country, hiking, mountain biking, climbing, and so much more. Work with other mountain enthusiasts. This is an excellent opportunity to socialize, meet great people, and attend employee events around the resort. Some events include unique opportunities like employee ski days, employee yoga, live music events, film festival ski movie features, and many more summer activities- at work! You get to work and play in the same place. Eligibility is dependent on all employee classification of work.
BENEFITS:
Ski and Ride
- Eligible employees receive a free Solitude season pass for themselves and eligible dependents. This includes unlimited skiing/riding for winter employees with no blackout dates and bike hauls for summer employees
- Free access to select Alterra Mountain Company Destinations throughout North America for you and eligible dependents
- Discounted Solitude lift tickets for your friends & family
- Discounted ski and ride lessons
- Free Nordic ski and snowshoe pass for the Solitude Nordic & Snowshoe Center for winter employees
- Ski and ride perks at other local resorts
- Complimentary UTA Ski Bus pass
Other Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSA, FSA for eligible employees
- Discounts resort-wide for food, rentals, retail, lessons, and more
- Pro deals with hundreds of outdoor brands
- 401(k) plan with generous company match for all employees
- Free counseling service for you and your household members through our Employee Assistance Program
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024