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YMCA Camp Carter is seeking skilled and enthusiastic Equestrian Center Wranglers & Riding Instructors to join our team. This part-time position supports the daily operation of the Equestrian Center ...

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An Equestrian Instructor teaches individuals or groups how to ride horses safely and effectively. They provide instruction on riding techniques, horse care, and stable management while ensuring riders develop confidence and skill. Instructors may work with beginners, competitive riders, or specialized disciplines such as dressage or jumping. They also assess rider progress, create lesson plans, and ensure the well-being of both horses and students.

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School Year Equestrian Instructor: Camp Thunderbird

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Lake Wylie, SC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Under the direction of the Associate Resident Camp Program Director and consistent with the Christian Mission of the YMCA, the Summer Equestrian Instructors assist with providing safe and fun equestrian programming for campers, students, and groups.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Lead riding lessons and instruction.
  • Assist with pony rides for cross-departmental programming.
  • Assist in daily feeding, watering, cleaning, and grooming of all horses.
  • Maintain and clean stalls and muck paddocks.
  • Turn in and turn out horses.
  • Maintain the general health of animals including daily checks for injuries and illness and administer equine first aid as needed.
  • Ensure facilities and equipment are maintained in proper condition.
  • Monitor equestrian program supplies and report needs to Supervisor.
  • Assist in other camp programming as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School diploma or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 1 year experience in horse handling
  • Self-motivated and energetic
  • Obtain and maintain current CPR & AED Certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience teaching lessons preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to work irregular work hours and weekends.
  • Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight.
  • Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
  • Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
  • Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
  • Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.

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