Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor

Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor to join our team. This role involves providing high-quality adaptive riding lessons to individuals with diverse needs, promoting physical, emotional, and social development through our therapeutic riding program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in teaching horsemanship and mounted lessons, experience in behavioral management, and working with students of various ages and abilities. A Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH) Intl. certification as a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI) is required. However, TROT is a PATH mentoring center and can assist a qualified applicant in obtaining this certification during employment. Certification must be achieved in the first 120 days of employment.

Duties

• Conduct individual and group therapeutic riding sessions tailored to clients’ specific goals and needs
• Develop personalized lesson plans that incorporate riding skills, safety protocols, and personal development
• Ensure the safety of clients, horses, and staff during all activities by adhering to established safety standards
• Oversee the well-being of horses through care, grooming, and handling before and after sessions
• Monitor client progress and adjust instruction methods accordingly to maximize therapeutic benefits
• Collaborate with caregivers, and team members to support clients’ overall development
• Document session details, progress notes, and any incidents accurately in client records
• Promote a positive environment that encourages confidence-building, skill development, and enjoyment of riding activities

Skills

• PATH International Certification in therapeutic riding instruction https://pathintl.org/certification/ctri/
• Experience in teaching horsemanship and mounted lessons
• Experience working with students or clients with physical, emotional, or developmental challenges
• Experience in handling equines and knowledge of equine behavior
• Strong communication skills to effectively instruct participants and collaborate with team members
• Ability to adapt lessons for individuals with varying abilities and needs
• Compassionate attitude with excellent interpersonal skills to foster trust and motivation among clients

This position offers an enriching opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives through therapeutic riding. We value professionalism, safety awareness, and a genuine passion for helping others achieve their goals.

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience working with people with disabilities?
• Do you have experience instructing horsemanship and mounted riding lessons? If yes, please explain.
• Tell us about your current riding experience. What level are you comfortably riding at? As part of our interview process, we ask final candidates to complete a riding assessment on one of our program horses — is there anything that would prevent you from participating?
• If you do not currently hold a PATH CTRI certification, are you willing to obtain this certification through our mentorship program within 120 days of employment?

License/Certification:

• PATH Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19