Equestrian Program Assistant

Stewart Home & School, a residential school for approximately 300 intellectually-disabled students in Frankfort, KY, is seeking candidates for its year-round Equestrian Program. The Equestrian Program is an integral part of the school and involves nearly half of the school population. The beautiful equine facility is designed with the students and horses in mind. Lessons are taught five days a week in English and Western style riding, driving, and classroom sessions. Please check out our website www.stewarthome.com for a more in-depth view of our school.

Following is some information regarding the position:

· Our Program Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00-11:30 am, 1:00-4:30 pm, and 6:00-7:30 pm (flexible on the coverage of these hours)

· Competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with experience

Duties include, but are not limited to:

· Create and teach riding, driving, and classroom lessons with Director assistance

· Assist in daily barn management such as scheduling vet/farrier, ordering feed, etc.

· Assist in coaching Equestrian Special Olympics

· Supervise student workers and help maintain cleanliness of facilities

· Solid experience working with horses

· Solid riding skills

· MUST BE PATIENT, POSITIVE and SAFETY-MINDED AND HAVE GREAT COMMUNICATION SKILLS!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Frankfort, KY 40601 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Frankfort, KY 40601: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person