Summer Seasonal Barn Instructor in Claryville, New York at Frost Valley YMCA

The Summer Seasonal Barn Instructor will assist with facilitating lessons and/or trail rides for summer campers.

This position will also assist in the day-to-day care of Frost Valley YMCA’s Equestrian Center at our Main Camp.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with Trail Rides:
  • Lead trail rides for campers, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience.
  • Ensure horses are well-prepared for rides, checking tack and equipment.
  • Provide instructions on horse handling, riding techniques, and trail safety to guests.
• Assist with Teaching Riding Lessons:
  • Assist with group lessons for campers, focusing on proper riding techniques, safety, and horsemanship skills.
  • Provide feedback and encouragement to riders to help them improve their skills.
• Camper Interaction:
  • Greet campers in a friendly, professional manner and ensure they feel comfortable and safe during their visit.
  • Answer questions about the horses, ranch activities, and local attractions.
  • Maintain a positive and welcoming atmosphere for all guests.
• General Barn Duties:
  • Assist with basic barn maintenance tasks (e.g., sweeping, tidying tack rooms, checking fencing).
  • Help with organizing and storing equipment and supplies.

• Previous experience with horses (e.g., handling, grooming, tacking, riding) is required.
• Prior experience teaching riding lessons or leading trail rides is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills, especially when interacting with guests.
• Comfortable working with people of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to more experienced riders.
• Basic understanding of horse behavior and needs.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift and carry feed bags, hay bales, and other supplies (up to 50 lbs).
  • Ability to be on your feet for long periods, walking, standing, or riding.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• The employee frequently is required to traverse rough terrain.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

FROST VALLEY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: rolling until filled

PAY RATES: $17.00-$18.00 per hour 30-40 hour a week

Bus transportation to and from camp may be available