Equestrian Summer Camp Instructor at PlainfieldPark District – Plainfield, Illinois

Ready to saddle up and share your love of riding?
Join our team as a Riding Instructor and turn every lesson into an adventure! We’re looking for upbeat, passionate horse lovers who can create a positive, exciting experience for riders of all ages. Make a difference, have fun, and help others discover the joy of riding!

Seasonal instructor position teaching equestrian summer camps from 9am-1:30pm Mon-Fri from June through the first week of August.

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Responsible for providing quality riding lessons to participants.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides a friendly and positive riding experience for all students.
• Ensures that a variety of learning experiences are offered to students, introducing new topics and exercises when appropriate.
• Expected to schedule individual and group lessons to maximize daily work schedule; Eight (8) lesson slots per workday is required.
• Works cohesively with other instructors, sharing of equipment and arena space.
• Accountable for accurately completing student lesson paperwork, including release and information forms, record of attendance, payments and requests for non-payment. Notifies Manager of non-payment concerns.
• Responsible for monitoring and assisting with student lessons; Assurance that safety and proper procedures are followed by students at all times according to Park District Policy.
• Maintains an open channel of communication to the Equestrian Manager and informs of problems or potential problems (ie disruptive behavior, injuries, dangerous equipment) including undesirable behaviors; assists with documentation when necessary.
• Accountable for proper rotation and use of lesson horses; adherence to safety and care of horses is of utmost importance.
• Assists with training and correction of school horses at manager’s direction.
• Maintains a professional appearance and attitude while performing duties and while on park premises.
• May be required to assist at NTEC horse shows, when necessary.
• Responsible for completing incident reports when accidents occur; must contact Manager immediately to notify of situations.
• Performs all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Park District’s safety program.
• Performs any additional related tasks as required.

• Five (5) years practical experience as a rider/student; concentration in English, Western, Dressage, and/or Hunter/Jumper disciplines.
• Instructor experience in Ground, Walk/Trot and Beginning Canter lessons.
• High School diploma preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• C.P.R., AED, and First Aid Certification required; or ability to obtain within three (3) months of hire date.
• Experienced instructing on individual and group levels preferred.
• Must be able to work with participants of all age and skill categories.
• Ability to follow direction and work independently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

All part time employees receive a free membership to our pool or fitness center at no cost!