Horseback Riding Lesson Instructor level 1 or 2 - 9am-1pm Saturdays chez Plainfield Park District

Description

Plainfield Park District has an immediate opening for a Riding Instructor/Level 1 or 2 who can provide quality riding lessons to participants at their Equestrian Facility. If you would love to teach and share your skills, please consider applying.

• Work with Passion: Enjoy the opportunity to share your love of riding while teaching and learning every day.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive, dedicated team of instructors.
• Make a Difference: Help students of all ages and skill levels improve their riding and horse care knowledge.
  

This part-time position has a starting salary of $16.00 - 18.00 per hour depending on experience.

Hours Available - Thursday and Friday 4pm - 8pm

Summer Camp - 9am - 1pm and 9am to 1:30pm 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include:

• Provides a friendly and positive riding experience for all students.
• Ensures that a variety of learning experiences are offered to students, introducing new topics and exercises when appropriate.
• Expected to schedule individual and group lessons to maximize daily work schedule; 8 lesson slots per work day is required. 
• Work cohesively with other instructors, sharing of equipment and arena space.
• Accountable for accurately completing student lesson paperwork, including release and information forms, record of attendance, payments and requests for non-payment. Notify Manager of non-payment concerns.
• Responsible for monitoring and assisting with student lessons; Assurance that safety and proper procedures are followed by students at all times according to Park District Policy.
• Maintains an open channel of communication to the Equestrian Manager and inform of problems or potential problems (ie disruptive behavior, injuries, dangerous equipment) including undesirable behaviors; assists with documentation when necessary.
• Accountable for proper rotation and use of lesson horses; adherence to safety and care of horses is of utmost importance.
• Assist with training and correction of school horses at manager’s direction.
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude while performing duties and while on park premises.
• May be required to assist at NTEC horse shows, when necessary.
• Responsible for completing incident reports when accidents occur; must contact Manager immediately to notify of situations.
• Performs all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Park District’s safety program.
• Performs any additional related tasks as required.

Requirements

•  5 years practical experience as a rider/student; concentration in English, Western, Dressage, and/or Hunter/Jumper disciplines.
• Instructor experience in Ground, Walk/Trot and Beginning Canter lessons.
• High School diploma preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• C.P.R., AED, and First Aid Certification required; or ability to obtain within three (3) months of hire date.
• Experienced instructing on individual and group levels preferred.
• Must be able to work with participants of all age and skill categories.
• Ability to follow direction and work independently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  

Plainfield Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.