PATH Certified Instructor Position

Handi-Riders, Inc., DBA: HorsePower, is a respected 501(c)(3) non-profit organization serving the Sioux Falls area for over 40 years. Our mission is to provide equine-assisted therapeutic services to individuals with physical, emotional, and cognitive challenges. We are currently seeking a Part-time Lesson Instructor to instruct lessons and help our clients achieve personal goals through equine-assisted activities.

This part-time role offers the opportunity to teach therapeutic riding and groundwork, lessons for individuals with disabilities, in groups of 2-4 clients. The Instructor will work with a diverse group of clients to promote personal independence, self-pride, and well-being. The role requires a passionate and experienced instructor to support our mission by ensuring the safety and well-being of both the clients and horses during lessons.

The Instructor will participate in new client assessments and develop individualized lesson plans, track client progress and adjust lesson plans as necessary, assist with client documentation and scheduling, prepare for lessons, and assist with or delegate routine tasks such as cleaning arenas, maintaining equipment, and managing horse care, along with other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Highly motivated, energetic, and confident with a positive attitude.
• Strong work ethic and self-starter with a drive to succeed.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Capable of frequently lifting 50-75 pounds and handling physically demanding tasks.
• PATH Certification
• Minimum 1 year of horseback riding instruction or similar experience required, including extensive knowledge of proper grooming, tacking, care, and the ability to maintain safety around horses.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay: start at $28 per hour
• Benefits if working over 20 hours per week: Paid vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, limited evenings and weekends

Work Location: In-person at HorsePower, rural Baltic, SD.

In your application, please include the following information:

• How many years of experience do you have handling and riding horses?
• How many years of riding-instruction do you have?
• What experience do you have working with individuals with disabilities? How many years of experience?
• Please include a copy of your PATH certification card.

If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities and have the qualifications and experience required, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person