Riding Instructor/Team Coach/Local Show Coach

Details Posted: 31-Jul-26 Location: Owings Mills, Maryland Type: Full Time Salary: $40,000-$50,000 Categories Other Preferred Education High School Riding Instructor/Team Coach/Local Show Coach Garrison Forest School is seeking an organized, energetic person with strong interpersonal skills for the position of Riding Instructor. The Riding Instructor will also serve as a Team and Local Show Coach for the Garrison Forest School. This is an exciting position to support the GFS Riding Department equestrian program’s mission as a riding instructor/trainer for recreational and competitive riding and all related equestrian program activities. Major Duties And Responsibilities Teach riding to a wide skill and age range of studentsCoach GFS clients at IEA and BCHSA competitions, team, and individualAssist with daily horse careAssist 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 maintenancePrepare 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 communityWork closely with Veterinarians, Farriers, and staff to keep horses in top formSome riding may be availablePerform related duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will have the ability to demonstrate proper instruction and horsemanship. This is a twelve-month position that requires work on some evenings and weekends. The annual salary range for this position is $40,000-$50,000, based on years of experience and education level; the exact compensation will be discussed during the hiring process. Qualifications Must have obtained a high school diplomaCompetition experience requiredAbility to work proactively and independentlyStrong interpersonal skills, ability to multi-taskMust possess a positive and professional attitude and enjoy working with peopleGFS seeks candidates who will contribute to and are committed to diversity and multicultural educational practices. Demonstrated ability working in a diverse community is essential.Please submit a resume and cover letter. * School Overview Garrison Forest School is an independent, nonsectarian college-preparatory girls' day and boarding school in Baltimore County, Maryland with an elementary, middle and high school program, a coed preschool, and a national and international boarding program for girls in grades 8-12. Founded in 1910 and set on a stunning 110-acre campus in suburban Owings Mills, Garrison Forest offers a program with a wealth of opportunities in Academics, the Arts, and Athletics. Confident, creative and compassionate, GFS students are encouraged to be fully engaged as they develop their passions and their own authentic voices within a spirited and joyful environment. Candidates should support the Mission, Core Values, and Statement of Respect of Garrison Forest School. Garrison Forest School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, sex, gender identity or expression, religion or disability in its employment policies and other school-administered programs. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs About Garrison Forest School Garrison Forest School is an independent, college preparatory, girls’ day and boarding school with a co-educational preschool located in Owings Mills, Maryland, minutes northwest of Baltimore City. Garrison Forest School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Connections working at Garrison Forest School More Jobs from This Employer https://careers.nais.org/jobs/22468380/riding-instructor-team-coach-local-show-coach