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Catapult

Equine Manager

Cary, NC · On-site

Promotes teamwork and collaboration among CORRAL instructors * Assist volunteer instructors with ... Experience teaching riding lessons Salary/Benefits This is a direct, on the ground, full-time ...

Catapult

Equine Manager

Cary, NC · On-site

... to meet riding and therapeutic needs; creates the daily/weekly equine schedule for the ... instructors with horse and rider challenges and concernsProvides training for Equine ...

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What is a full time therapeutic riding instructor?

Full Time Therapeutic Riding Instructors are professionals who teach horseback riding to individuals with physical, emotional, cognitive, or social challenges. They use equine-assisted activities and therapies to help riders improve their motor skills, confidence, and overall well-being. These instructors are trained in both horsemanship and adaptive teaching methods, ensuring safety and positive outcomes for their clients. Working full time typically means they manage lesson planning, horse care, and sometimes administrative duties at therapeutic riding centers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a full time therapeutic riding instructor?

To thrive as a Full Time Therapeutic Riding Instructor, you need strong horsemanship, a background in therapeutic riding instruction, and relevant certifications such as PATH Intl. Registered Instructor. Familiarity with adaptive riding equipment, horse care management systems, and safety protocols is essential. Exceptional patience, communication, and empathy are crucial soft skills for working with individuals with disabilities and creating a supportive environment. These skills ensure safe, effective instruction and help participants achieve therapeutic goals with confidence and trust.

What are some common challenges faced by a full time therapeutic riding instructor and how can they be managed?

Full Time Therapeutic Riding Instructors often encounter challenges such as adapting lesson plans to meet diverse rider abilities, managing the well-being of both horses and participants, and ensuring safety at all times. Balancing administrative duties, like documentation and communication with families or healthcare professionals, alongside hands-on instruction is also common. Effective time management, ongoing training, and strong teamwork with volunteers and therapists help instructors navigate these challenges and provide a supportive, safe environment for all participants.

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Instructor - Full-time - Non-certified - Skiing

meadows

OR

$20/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Position Overview

Love skiing and want to turn that passion into a job on the mountain? As a Non-Certified Ski Instructor at Mt. Hood Meadows, you’ll learn to teach snowsports while helping guests of all ages discover the confidence, skills, and enjoyment that come with being on the snow. You’ll be part of a team dedicated to creating safe, fun, and welcoming experiences for every guest.

You’ll teach group and private lessons after completing Meadows Learning Center training, working with students as young as three while developing your own teaching and riding skills along the way. You’ll also work alongside the broader mountain team to provide exceptional guest service and support a variety of resort operations when needed.

No prior certification is required — just a passion for snowsports, a desire to teach, and the drive to learn. If you’re ready to spend your winter on the mountain while helping others discover theirs, join the Meadows Learning Center team.

 

This is a full-time, seasonal position

 

 

Qualifications & Experience

 

  • 18 years of age or older 
  • Successful completion of prerequisite on-line PSIA-AASI E-Learning Courses 
  • Minimum ability to ski and/or snowboard safely, linking round turns on intermediate (blue) groomed terrain at Mt. Hood Meadows 
  • Passion for teaching and the mountain environment 
  • Strong communication and guest services skills 
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team 
  • Ability to work outdoors in all conditions while maintaining a positive attitude 
  • Must have sufficient sight, speech and hearing abilities to learn skills, follow and provide directions and instruction to guests 
  • Basic web-based Internet browser navigation skills 
  • Ability to read and reply to email communications in a professional and timely manner 
  • Must provide own equipment (e.g. skis, snowboard, ski/snowboard boots, ski poles, gloves, goggles, thermal layers, etc.) 
  • Able to meet minimum schedule commitment with availability including weekends and school holidays from approximately mid-December through mid-April 
  • Those 18 years of age or older must submit to a background check to work with minors 
  • Upon successful completion of Mt. Hood Meadows Learning Center training and observed demonstration of ability during a lesson, current Junior Instructors who are at least 16 years of age may be eligible for this position 

 

Preferred Qualifications & Experience 

  • Prior experience instructing skiing and/or snowboarding for an organized ski and snowboard school  
  • Prior experience in a fast paced, guest-facing position 
  • Prior experience working with children in an educational or athletic setting 

Compensation:

  • Starting Wage: $20.00 per hour

Perks:

  • Year-Round Housing Rentals Available. Subject to Availability
  • Ski/Snowboard Season Pass for employees and qualifying dependents
  • Don't Ski/Snowboard? Gift your lift access to a family member
  • Free Ski/Snowboard Group Lessons & Discounts on Rental Gear
  • Buddy Tickets (3 discounted tickets to share)
  • Resort Discounts (Food, Retail, Rentals, Lessons, & Daycare)
  • Mountain Exchange Program (Ability to request free lift access to regional resorts)
  • Industry Pro Deals (ExpertVoice, Outdoor Prolink, Helly Hansen, & More!)
  • Special invites to Columbia Employee Store, Adidas, and other industry retailers 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Free Employee Transportation from Hood River & Sandy
  • Summer Seasonal Job Connections with Local Businesses
  • Access to Team Wellness Programs
  • Team Appreciation Events/Dinners 
  • Click here to learn more about our team member perks

Videos:

  • Watch our team in action on the MHM YouTube Channel

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