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Garrison Forest School
Riding Instructor/Team Coach/Local Show Coach
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What they do
A Coach works with individual athletes or with sports teams to develop skills and improve teamwork and competitive performance. Runs practice sessions and physical conditioning programs; assesses the strengths and weaknesses of players; plans strategies for games; motivates and encourage players and teaches good sportsmanship.
$41,899 / year median in Maryland
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Join our dynamic team as a Riding Instructor, Team Coach, and Local Show Coach, where your passion for equestrian sports and youth development will inspire and elevate our riders. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to lead riding lessons, coach competitive teams, and prepare students for local shows, all while fostering a safe, engaging, and motivating environment. Whether you're guiding beginners or mentoring advanced riders, your expertise will help build confidence, skill, and teamwork among our diverse group of participants. We're looking for energetic professionals committed to excellence in sports coaching and child development who thrive on making a positive impact every day.
Responsibilities Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach riding to a wide skill and age range of students.
- Coach GFS clients at IEA and BCHSA competitions, team, and individual
- Assist with daily horse care
- Assist as needed with all tasks associated with the daily stable routine including feeding, watering, turn-out, blanketing, grooming, stable laundry, barn, and arena care and maintenance.
- Prepare horses and facilities for lessons, competitions, and related activities on a timely basis.
- Establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with administrators, faculty, staff, students, vendors, and the community.
- Work closely with Veterinarians, Farriers, and staff to keep horses in top form.
- Some riding may be available.
- Perform related duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will have the ability to demonstrate proper instruction and horsemanship. Must be a High School graduate and 19 years of age.
- Competition experience required
- References will be checked and verified
- .5-7 years' experience in stable setting
- 3+ years instruction experience