Employment Opportunities at The Right Step, Inc.
The Right Step, Inc., a PATH, Intl. Premier Accredited adaptive riding and horsemanship program in Littleton, CO, is in search of riding and horsemanship instructors. Positions are part-time. PATH, Intl. CTRI is strongly preferred but will support certification for strong candidates.
INSTRUCTOR JOB DESCRIPTION
Job title: Instructor
Reports to: Executive Director
JOB SUMMARY
Conduct individual and group adaptive riding and ground-based lessons that meet the needs and goals of clients with disabilities in practice consistent with guidelines set forth by PATH, Intl.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Education: HS diploma or equivalent required
Training Requirements: Current PATH, Intl. Certified instructor and current CPR/ First Aid certification; additional PATH, Intl. ESMHL and Mentor certification preferred. If not PATH, Intl. Certified, commitment to certify within a year of hire required.
Knowledge Requirements: At least intermediate-level horse care and riding knowledge.
Experience: Extensive horse handling and riding experience required. Teaching experience required.
Other: Position requires an enthusiastic team player who promotes a positive barn atmosphere for clients, volunteers, and equines.
BENEFITS
Paid Sick and Safe Time off based on hours worked.
SALARY
$18-25 per hour depending on experience/certification. Part-time weekday and Sunday morning hours are available.
POSTING EXPIRATION DATE
The position is open until filled. The selection process will begin immediately.
Apply by submitting a cover letter and resume to executivedirector@therightstep.org.
The Right Step, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
1/27/22
INSTRUCTOR JOB DESCRIPTION
Job title: Instructor
Reports to: Executive Director
JOB SUMMARY
Conduct individual and group adaptive riding and ground-based lessons that meet the needs and goals of clients with disabilities in practice consistent with guidelines set forth by PATH, Intl.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Plan, implement, facilitate, and evaluate lessons for clients with disabilities age 4 through adult.
- Supervise volunteers before, during, and after lessons.
- Supervise clients before, during, and after lessons.
- Maintain written case notes and lesson plans for each client in a way that they are available to other staff.
- Match appropriate horse and tack to each client’s individual needs.
- Ensure each horse is adequately trained and sound for what it is being asked to do.
- Keep up to date with continuing education required by PATH, Intl.
- Ensure lessons are conducted in a manner consistent with standards set by PATH, Intl.
- Adhere to all written policies and procedures put forth by the Board of Directors.
Education: HS diploma or equivalent required
Training Requirements: Current PATH, Intl. Certified instructor and current CPR/ First Aid certification; additional PATH, Intl. ESMHL and Mentor certification preferred. If not PATH, Intl. Certified, commitment to certify within a year of hire required.
Knowledge Requirements: At least intermediate-level horse care and riding knowledge.
Experience: Extensive horse handling and riding experience required. Teaching experience required.
Other: Position requires an enthusiastic team player who promotes a positive barn atmosphere for clients, volunteers, and equines.
BENEFITS
Paid Sick and Safe Time off based on hours worked.
SALARY
$18-25 per hour depending on experience/certification. Part-time weekday and Sunday morning hours are available.
POSTING EXPIRATION DATE
The position is open until filled. The selection process will begin immediately.
Apply by submitting a cover letter and resume to executivedirector@therightstep.org.
The Right Step, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
1/27/22