Full Job Description
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You must be able to teach proper hunt seat equitation to apply for this job.
Rising Starr Horse Rescue Corp is a 501C3 non for profit, we are a horse rescue and training facility located in Wilton CT and South Salem, NY
We are looking to add a riding instructor for begineer and intermediate riders of all ages. We have a IEA Team and are National 2025 and 2026 AEL Champions. Rising Stars"s lesson horses are exceptional.
Opportunity to gain experience in a multifaceted environment that offers clinics, horse shows, winter/summer programs and various Fundraising events (Starry Night Gala, Paint & Sip, Annual Halloween Spooktacular, we are the featured opening day at The Hampton Classic Horse Show). There is potential for growth at this expanding facility and our new Sanctuary in VA that also rescues and rehabilitates horses.
We are seeking an experienced Riding Instructor/Trainer. We are looking for an individual that wants to make a difference in horses and people’s lives. This is a position that will grow and is long term
Providing riding lessons (based on experience). Must feel comfortable handling green horses, unbroke horses, abused horses. Knowledge in the round pen is gentling horses.
Skills: equine facility management, experience handling and caring for equines, team player, highly organized with effective communication skills, reliable, attends work as scheduled, mature, dependable, and responsible.
RSHR offers a 401K plan and Health care
Prior Experience a must:
Required Key Skills
- Riding
- Driving license
- First-Aid
- Equine First-Aid
- Handling Youngstock
- Schooling
- Lunging
- Bandaging
- Clipping
- Teaching
- Trim/Pull
- Sole Charge
- Exercising
- Starting/Breaking
- Competing
- Natural Horsemanship
- People Skills
- Long Reining
Required Expertise
- Dressage
- Riding School
- Sole Charge
- Working with children
- Flatwork
- Western
- Hunter Seat
Accommodation
Opportunity to live on-site by mid to late summer 2024
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Wilton, CT 06897 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Wilton, CT 06897: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
