Equestrian Riding Instructor

Leroy Springs & Co, Inc.; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Leroy Springs & Co, Inc. is seeking a Riding Instructor to lead beginner to intermediate riding lessons in our horse program at Fort Mill, SC. The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and the ability to adapt to riders of various skill levels.

The instructor will collaborate with the Equestrian Program Coordinator, help manage lesson sign-ups, and may assist with trail rides, birthdays, and other horse-related activities. Strong horsemanship and calm decision-making are essential.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent; equestrian experience preferred.
• Must have CPR/First Aid/AED certifications; Child and Youth Protection training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Teaches beginner–intermediate riding lessons; may teach advanced.
• Coordinate with Equestrian Program Coordinator on progression and sign-ups.
• Assist with other equestrian programs (trail rides, parties, lead line rides, adopt a horse, general programs).
• Assist with grooming, saddling, and tack handling; lead horses from pastures as needed.
• Ensure safety around horses and maintain clean, organized program areas.

Skills

Horse riding instruction

Customer service

Communication skills

Weekday afternoon/evening work

Emergency responsiveness

Education

High school education or equivalent

CPR certification

First Aid certification

AED certification

Child and Youth Protection training

Job description

Fort Mill, SC, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2838

OVERVIEW

The Riding Instructor is an outgoing, positive individual with a passion for horsemanship. The Riding Instructor will play a key role in our lesson program teaching beginner to intermediate lessons. This person has a strong knowledge of horsemanship both on the ground and in the saddle. They ride at an advanced level and have the ability to translate their knowledge to riders of all levels including knowing a variety of exercises to push riders and help build skill. This job is primarily weekday afternoon/evenings with occasional weekend work.

KEY FUNCTIONS

• Teaches beginner through intermediate lessons depending on skill level. May have opportunity to teach advanced.
• Works with Equestrian Program Coordinator and Instructor to decide on when to advance participants to the next level, assign horses and sign up participants for the horse show.
• May assist with other equestrian programs including, but not limited to:
  • Trail rides
  • Birthday parties
  • Lead line rides
  • Adopt a horse
  • General programs
• Assist with lessons by helping pull horses from pastures, and teaching participants to groom, saddle and bridle
• Engages participants by teaching them how to be safe around horses on the ground including proper etiquette for approaching and handling horses
• Makes sure all program areas stay clean and presentable
• Ensures all tack is cleaned regularly and grooming boxes are organized

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Excellent horse husbandry and horse handling skills. Comfortable handling and riding difficult horses.
• Must have experience teaching riding lessons
• Ability to remain calm, think clearly and act quickly and effectively in emergency situations
• Excellent customer service and effective communication skills
• Ability to work weekday afternoons and evenings and occasional weekends

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or/ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school education or equivalent preferred; supplemented by one to two years of equestrian experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Prior knowledge of horses and equine behavior required
• Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child and Youth Protection training; will train

REPORTING TO THIS POSITION

No supervisory responsibilities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed essentially outdoors. While performing the duties of the job, employee is frequently

exposed to loud noises and odors. Stands and walks for extended periods of time. Frequently performs moderate lifting and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs. While performing the semi-manual duties of this job, the employee works in hot, and humid weather conditions. The employee is exposed to assorted soaps, sprays, horse manure, disinfectants, medicines, and odors associated with animal barns. Position may involve riding, exercising and lunging of horses.

ABOUT US

Come work with us! At Leroy Springs & Company, we are more than a nonprofit organization. We are a family of brands rooted in nonprofit recreation, with a legacy lasting more than 80 years and a long-held belief that all people should benefit from affordable outdoor recreation, education and wellness opportunities. Today, our portfolio includes the Anne Springs Close Greenway, a 2,100-acre nature preserve; four historic golf courses; Springmaid Mountain Retreat in Spruce Pine, NC; and the FLYERS Afterschool program, which serves all Fort Mill elementary schools.

With a team of over 500 dedicated employees across four counties and two states, we are united by values of excellence, integrity and community. Our culture is built on trust, collaboration and a shared vision for a vibrant future.

Whether you are interested in outdoor seasonal jobs, non-traditional education positions, or a segue into the nonprofit, golf or parks and recreation industries, Leroy Springs & Company offers a place to grow, connect and make a lasting impact.