Riding Instructor and Assistant Equine Studies Coordinator

Chatham Hall is seeking a dynamic Riding Instructor & Assistant Equine Studies Coordinator to support its riding program, which is grounded in the American Forward Riding System, as well as its academic equine studies curriculum. The ideal candidate will bring experience in teaching riding, developing horses, and instructing students across a range of abilities, while also supporting the coordination of the Equine Studies Certificate Program and contributing to the life of the school community.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Riding Instruction:

1. Planning and delivering safe, engaging, and skill-appropriate riding lessons for students at all levels, from beginner through advanced jumping
2. Teaching private and group lessons during afternoon athletic periods
3. Assisting in teaching one Equine Science or Riding Theory class
4. Riding or lunging school horses to maintain fitness, training, and performance levels
5. Providing training rides on selected horses
6. Supervising students during tacking, grooming, and untacking, and ensuring proper horsemanship practices
7. Providing feedback to students on riding progress and skill development 

Barn & Program Support:

1. Coordinating daily riding schedules and horse assignments
2. Administering approved therapeutic treatments to horses before and/or after work
3. Assisting with general barn duties as needed, including stalls, clipping, and turnout, in coordination with the Barn Manager
4. Supporting barn staff and ensuring smooth daily operations
5. Assisting in organizing and running on-campus horse shows
6. Traveling with students to off-campus horse shows as needed
7. Supporting riding program admissions efforts, including tours and occasional travel

Coaching & Student Engagement:

1. Coaching the Middle School IEA Team, including leading approximately two practices per month
2. Traveling with Middle and Upper School students to selected IEA competitions
3. Supporting student development, sportsmanship, and teamwork 

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree required; equine studies, animal science, education, or related field preferred
2. Experience teaching riding and working with horses in a structured program
3. Familiarity with the American Forward Riding System
4. Strong horsemanship and horse management skills
5. Experience working with middle and/or high school students preferred
6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills
7. Willingness to contribute to the life of the school community outside the barn
8. Ability to coach and travel with students for competitions
9. Willingness to serve in a residential life role; campus housing may be provided