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Discovery Ranch

Youth Mentor - Spring 2026

Mapleton, UT · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Help teenagers in need Requirements * Must be able to pass a background check * Strong ... ranch with diverse houses, school classrooms, a gym, horses, and baby calves * A few hours from ...

Discovery Ranch

Youth Mentor - Spring 2026

Mapleton, UT · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Help teenagers in need Requirements * Must be able to pass a background check * Strong ... ranch with diverse houses, school classrooms, a gym, horses, and baby calves * A few hours from ...

Seamark Ranch

Houseparents

Green Cove Springs, FL

$13.50 - $18/hr

Ability to build trust and connect relationally with children and teens * Strong communicationand ... Seamark is a working 465-acre ranch with cattle, horses, and other animals along with ...

Seamark Ranch

Houseparents

Green Cove Springs, FL · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

Ability to build trust and connect relationally with children and teens * Strong communication and ... Seamark is a working 465-acre ranch with cattle, horses, and other animals along with agriculture ...

Seamark Ranch

Houseparents

Green Cove Springs, FL · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

Ability to build trust and connect relationally with children and teens * Strong communication and ... Seamark is a working 465-acre ranch with cattle, horses, and other animals along with agriculture ...

Frost Valley YMCA

Barn Staff-Weekends

Claryville, NY · On-site

$16.25 - $16.75/hr

... East Valley Ranch property. This person will be responsible for the care of 20-50 horses. This ... Enjoy working with teens, children, families, and other staff WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for teen horse ranch in the United States is $17.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Teen Horse Ranch job typically involves working at a ranch that provides horseback riding experiences, lessons, and care for horses, specifically catering to teenagers. Duties can include feeding and grooming horses, assisting with trail rides, cleaning stalls, and helping with camp activities. The job is often seasonal and may require physical work, responsibility, and a love for animals. Experience with horses is usually beneficial, but some ranches provide training. It's a great opportunity to build horsemanship skills and gain work experience in an outdoor setting.

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Working at a teen horse ranch typically involves caring for horses, such as feeding, grooming, cleaning stalls, and observing animal health. You may also assist with trail rides, lessons, and supervised group activities, especially if the ranch hosts camps or programs for teens. Teamwork is important, as tasks are often shared with peers and overseen by experienced staff. Regular interaction with horses and people creates a dynamic and engaging environment, offering valuable experience for those interested in equine care or youth leadership.

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To succeed at a teen horse ranch, strong basic horsemanship, animal care knowledge, and physical stamina are essential. Familiarity with safety procedures, ranch equipment, and, at times, certifications in first aid or equine management are often valued. Dependability, a positive attitude, communication, and teamwork are important soft skills for thriving in a collaborative, animal-focused environment. These abilities help ensure the safety of both people and horses while supporting the smooth day-to-day operations of the ranch.

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Infographic showing various Teen Horse Ranch job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $36,173 per year, or $17.4 per hour.

Trainer/Caretaker - Private 3 Horse Ranch

Santa Fe, NM • On-site

EquiStaff
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$65/hr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Exercise the horses in the arena and on the trails on a daily schedule in collaboration with the Barn Manager and Owner.

  • Maintain the highest standards of horse care by feeding, grooming, checking for health issues, and providing daily care including Theraplate use.

  • Monitor horses for signs of illness or injury and treat accordingly, including performing basic first aid and bandaging.

Job description

About the Facility 
Situated on ~300 acres outside of the center of Santa Fe, NM, this beautiful private ranch is complete with a 10 stall barn, outdoor riding arena, and 8 miles worth of private trails for the resident horses and their humans to enjoy! Providing a forever home for the family's 3 horses, this ranch will soon grow to include cattle grazing on the pasture land and a small armada of donkeys to protect them. Located less than 20min from the heart of Santa Fe, this property provides a unique blend of tranquil ranch living but convenient access to civilization!

Job Description 
We are looking for a compassionate, experienced equestrian to join this facility as the Trainer/Caretaker of the owner's 3 forever horses and companion donkeys. Aged in their early teens, the horses here have been trained up under Parelli principals, and do not have any competition goals or rigorous demands. This person will be responsible for exercising the horses on a daily basis in the arenas and on the trails, along with maintaining the highest standards of care alongside the rest of the 4 person team. With a typical work schedule running 7:30am-4:00pm just 4 days per week including weekends, there are generally at least 2 individuals working in the barn at all times. The ideal individual will have an easygoing personality but be accustomed to providing meticulous care for the horses at all times. This person must be well experienced in western riding principals, and have a gentle, horses-first mentality. 
There is a team of maintenance professionals who handle all facility upkeep, fence fixing, etc - and the cattle are not the responsibility of this individual beyond basic oversight in the event of an emergency. This is truly a position centered around providing the best possible care for the 3 horses on-site for the duration of their lifetimes!

This is NOT a leadership position. There will be no training or management of additional staff, and applicants MUST be willing to observe and adhere to the existing structures and quiet nature of the team here.

Job Duties
- Feed horses - 2x/day for gain and 4x/day for hay
- Bring horses and donkeys to/from turnout
- Stall Cleaning Daily
- Check horses' feet before and after turnout and working
- Groom and provide care for horses, including daily Theraplate use
- Exercise horses both in the arena and on the trails on schedule in collaboration with the Barn Manager and Owner ~1hr per ride, 2 horses per day
- Monitor for any signs of illness, injury, or various other equine ailments - and treat accordingly
*Ability to perform night check duties for additional income is possible!

Job Requirements 
- Minimum 5 years professional working experience in an established equestrian program
- Minimum 8 years riding experience ideally focused in the Western industry 
        *Familiarity with Parelli training methods is preferred but not required
- Must be comfortable signing a 1 year commitment in this role
- Must be capable of driving a 3 horse gooseneck trailer in event of emergency
- Must be willing to follow detailed care instructions and uphold owner's standards of horsecare at all times
- Must be willing to work weekends
- Must be able to bandage and provide basic first aide for horses
- Easygoing, collaborative teamwork attitude
- Willing to do all aspects of horse care 
- Possess a strong attention to detail and high care standards for horses
*Bonus if familiar with rehab modalities - i.e. massage, laser, PEMF, theraplate, etc
*Bonus is comfortable and able to give IV/IM injections

Benefits
- $65/hr with an average 35hour work week for an expected base comp totaling around $115,000
- 50% employer paid health insurance
- Relocation Stipend Available
- 4 day work week 
- PTO structure
- 1hr paid lunch daily
- Ability to make additional income with night check responsibilities

Housing
Applicants must be willing to source their own housing within 45min of the ranch which is located less than 30min South of Santa Fe