Certified Riding Instructor

Certified Riding Instruction Job Description:
Qualifications: Must be a PATH certified therapeutic riding instructor and able to be responsible
for safe and effective mounting, dismounting; have experience developing effective and creative
riding lessons appropriate for a variety of populations (ages and diagnoses); have experience
providing therapeutic riding services (minimum 2 years preferred or AB Lesson experience); have
experience working with groups – clients and their families, other instructors, therapists,
administrative personnel, volunteers and donors, etc. Be able to ride at an intermediate level,
participate in selection of program horses and develop equine training activities. Believe and
practice the mission and vision of JoyRide. Be flexible in thinking and planning, be goal oriented,
be positive and supportive of others.
This is either a part-time or contract job with hours dependent on # of classes taught or on job
responsibilities.

Responsibilities:
? Provide high quality and effective instruction to JoyRide clients
? Maintain professional credentials by keeping current on PATH certifications and CPR and
First Aid certifications
? Work efficiently and effectively with other instructors, and Team Leaders to manage
programs in regards to weekly schedules, horse and tack selection, special events, etc. ?
Adhere to PATH Accreditation Standards for all aspects of the JoyRide program ?
Promote safety awareness in all activities
? Provide timely documentation (ex. progress notes and/or third party billing forms, time
sheets.)
? Participate in JRC volunteer training
? Participate in horse selection, horse management and horse training
? Communicate effectively with clients, families, staff and volunteers
? Consistently support the activities of the JoyRide Center – facility care, program
development, fundraising, community activities and other special events
? Attend Joyette meetings, as scheduled/available

Reports to: Lead Instructor