Riding Instructor, English Horsemanship

Job overview

The Riding Instructor, English Horsemanship role is onsite in Atherton, CA. Compensation is not specified. The instructor teaches horsemanship and safety skills to riders of all ages and helps riders and horses work together. The role develops beginner and intermediate riders through instruction and constructive feedback while supporting safe, kind horse handling. It also contributes to riding school operations through lesson scheduling, equestrian events, and care and training of school horses.

What you'll do

• Teach beginner through intermediate riders in English riding and provide constructive feedback
• schedule lessons, respond to riding school inquiries, and keep clients informed
• set jump courses as needed
• promote safety, kind horse handling, teamwork, and USEF Safe Sport rules
• report accidents or injuries
• plan and execute camps, barn parties, and other equestrian events
• track lessons and fees using a POS system
• maintain clean tack and tack room
• ride and train school horses as needed
• groom and exercise school horses and assist with veterinary and farrier appointments as needed. Requires at least three years teaching beginner through intermediate horsemanship and riding skills, including children. Weekend work is required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

riding instructor

english riding

horsemanship

beginner riders

intermediate riders

horse safety

school horse care

lesson scheduling

equestrian events

weekend work required

atherton ca

menlo circus club

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The role combines riding instruction with school-horse care and support for camps, barn parties, and other equestrian events.

About the employer

Menlo Circus Club is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries. Sector: 71.