Therapeutic Riding Instructor

Freedom Ride is a non‑profit 501(c)(3) organization serving the Central Florida community. Its mission is to enhance the lives of children and adults with disabilities through therapeutic horseback riding and related activities. The organization believes strongly in overcoming physical limitations and creating unparalleled life‑enriching experiences. Supported by a dedicated network of volunteers, Freedom Ride continues to make a meaningful impact by empowering individuals and promoting inclusion.

This is a full‑time, on‑site role based in Greater Orlando for a PATH Intl.

-Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor. The instructor will be responsible for leading therapeutic horseback riding lessons, developing lesson plans tailored to participants' needs, and maintaining a safe riding environment. Additional responsibilities include supervising horse care, training equestrian participants, ensuring proper equipment use, and collaborating with staff, volunteers, and families to foster a positive experience.

• Proficiency in horse care and equestrian skills
• Ability to provide riding instruction and conduct safe, effective lessons
• Strong communication skills to interact with participants, families, and team members empathetically and clearly
• Experience in basic training techniques relevant to therapeutic riding
• Certification as a PATH Intl. therapeutic riding instructor is required
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team in an inclusive, participant‑focused environment
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities and diverse populations is highly regarded
• Physically capable of working with horses and assisting participants as needed