Equestrian Instructor

**Job Information**:
Date Opened

**12/05/2024***

Job Type

**Full time***

Industry

**Education***

Work Experience

**4-5 years***

Salary

**50k***

City

**OOTY***

State/Province

**Tamil Nadu***

Country

**India***

Zip/Postal Code

**643004***

**About Us**:

- The Good Shepherd International School, **India’s best fully residential**, international co-educational school, was founded by the late Dr. P.C. Thomas and Mrs. Elsamma Thomas in the year 1977. Originally known as the Good Shepherd Public School, it became an International School of the highest caliber of learning in the year 1995. Dr. P.C. Thomas and his wife Elsamma Thomas both started their careers as teachers themselves, which fostered their vision and goal to create the best educational institution in which a child can learn and grow.

**Job Description: Equestrian Instructor**

**Location**: Good Shepherd International School, Ooty

**Position Type**: Full-Time (Boarding School)

**Reports To**: Head of Sports Department

**Job Overview**:
**Key Responsibilities**:
**Equestrian Instruction**
- Conduct engaging, safe, and progressive riding lessons for students of all ages and abilities.
- Teach equestrian skills, including dressage, show jumping, and basic horsemanship, with a focus on personal development and safety.
- Prepare students for competitions, events, and certifications as appropriate.

**Horse and Stable Management**
- Oversee daily care, feeding, grooming, and exercise routines for horses.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety in the stables and surrounding areas.
- Ensure proper upkeep of tack and equipment, reporting or addressing any repairs or replacements needed.
- Monitor horse health and coordinate veterinary and farrier visits when required.

**Sports and Extracurricular Involvement**
- Collaborate with the sports department to integrate equestrian activities into the broader sports curriculum.
- Organize and manage equestrian competitions, exhibitions, and events hosted by the school.
- Promote teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship through all equestrian and sports-related activities.

**Qualifications and Skills**:

- Certified Equestrian Instructor (e.g., BHS, USHJA, or equivalent).
- Proven experience teaching equestrian skills, particularly to school-aged students.
- Strong knowledge of horse care, health, and stable management.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Enthusiasm for working with children and young adults in a residential setting.
- Ability to manage time effectively and work collaboratively within a team.
- First Aid and Safeguarding certifications (preferred or willingness to obtain).

**Benefits**:

- Competitive salary with accommodation provided.
- Access to school facilities, including the equestrian center.
- Professional development opportunities.
- A supportive and vibrant community focused on student success and well-being

**How to Apply**:
Join us in shaping confident, skilled equestrians and fostering a love for horses and sports among our students