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San Juan Capistrano, CA · On-site

$180K - $210K/yr

Shea Therapeutic Riding Center (Shea Center) in San Juan Capistrano has retained Sterling Search ... The team is also planning to add a part-time accountant role to enhance capacity and efficiency.

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What are part time therapeutic riding instructors?

Part time therapeutic riding instructors are professionals who teach horseback riding lessons to individuals with physical, emotional, or cognitive disabilities, typically working less than full-time hours. They use horseback riding as a form of therapy to improve clients’ physical strength, coordination, confidence, and emotional well-being. These instructors often work at therapeutic riding centers and may hold certifications in equine-assisted activities or therapy. Their responsibilities include planning lessons, ensuring the safety of riders and horses, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals. Working part time allows instructors to balance this rewarding role with other commitments.

What are some common challenges faced by part-time therapeutic riding instructors, and how can they be managed?

Part-time therapeutic riding instructors often navigate the unique challenge of building rapport with riders who may have varying physical, cognitive, or emotional needs, while also adapting lesson plans to suit individual progress and goals. Balancing a part-time schedule with the need for consistent communication with riders, their families, and other staff can also be demanding. Effective time management, ongoing professional development, and collaboration with therapists or equine specialists can help instructors provide high-quality sessions and meaningful progress for participants.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part Time Therapeutic Riding Instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Therapeutic Riding Instructor, you need a solid background in horsemanship, basic knowledge of disabilities or therapeutic practices, and relevant instructor certification such as PATH Intl. credentials. Familiarity with adaptive riding equipment, safety protocols, and record-keeping systems is typically required. Patience, strong communication, and empathy are essential soft skills for effectively supporting riders with diverse needs. These abilities ensure a safe, supportive environment that advances riders' physical and emotional well-being while maintaining high standards of care.
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EQUINE SPECIALIST / HORSE RIDING INSTRUCTOR

EQUINE SPECIALIST / HORSE RIDING INSTRUCTOR

Rite of Passage

Cedar City, UT

$18/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

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Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

85th of 236 rated social care providers

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Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth!  Rite of Passage Team is hiring a Part-Time Equine Specialist at Falcon Ridge Ranch in Virgin, Utah
 
Falcon Ridge Ranchis a residential treatment program provides a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for vulnerable young women who are referred from juvenile courts and social service agencies both locally and across the country. The youth enter the program with a history of abuse, neglect, trauma, substance abuse, mental illness and violence. They graduate from Falcon Ridge Ranch as educated young women who have overcome challenges and have demonstrated making healthy choices for themselves and for their future.
 
Pay: $18.00 per hour.
 
Perks & Benefits: As a part time employee you are eligible for On-the-Spot Bonuses, Ram Bucks, Longevity Awards, Free Meals on Shift, Free Uniforms, Working Advantage Discount Program. 
 
What you will do: As a Riding Instructor you will be responsible for giving riding lessons to students through a variety of methods both in groups or one-on-one. You will teach proper care of horses, safe handling and safe riding practices. You will manage the care and maintenance of facilities and riding equipment. You will provide a physical environment that is safe, clean, and free of any hazards.
 
To be considered you should: ~ Be at least 21 years of age ~ High school diploma or equivalent required ~ Must meet the requirements to be an eligible ROP driver ~ Must possess a current State Driver’s License and have an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years ~ 3 to 5 years of experience working with horses ~  Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test ~ Be able to pass a search of the child abuse central registry.
 
Schedule: Part-Time, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. (24 hours). May fluctuate.  
 
Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!
 
After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Equine Specialist, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe, and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.
 
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Rite of Passage is a Nevada‑based nonprofit youth services provider founded in 1984 and headquartered in Minden, NV. It operates a national continuum of evidence‑based, trauma‑responsive programs‑including residential treatment centers, day schools, therapeutic foster care, prevention and reunification services, charter/day school education, and mentoring‑based family preservation initiatives‑serving around 2,000 youth daily across 15 states. As of 2025, the organization is led by co‑founder and CEO Ski James Broman and holds CARF Three‑Year Accreditation, affirming its program quality and compliance with national standards.

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Individual, family and community social assistance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Minden, NV, US

Year founded

1984

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