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Equestrian Instructor & Cabin Counselor

Camp Hidden Meadows, Bartow, West Virginia, 24920, USA
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Salary
Depends on Experience
Work Type
Contract
Work Time
Full-time
Live-In
Live-In Required
Bring Own Horse
Training Available
Non-Smoker
Dates
from Wednesday, June 7, 2023 to Sunday, August 20, 2023
Job No
404300
Status
Looking
Posted
3/6/2023
Updated
3/6/2023
Expires
in 2 months
Views
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At Camp Hidden Meadows, we are passionate about creating an unforgettable summer camp experience, where campers and staff alike build friendships, gain confidence, experience adventures and feel truly valued as part of our community.

Together we learn, play, explore, laugh and make memories that last a lifetime. Ideal members of our team are caring, enthusiastic, child-focused, open-minded, respectful, and fun-loving.

Job Description: Spend a summer in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia, making friends and having a positive impact on campers! Serve as a cabin counselor, cooperating with your co-counselor to lead and supervise a group of 8-14 campers during nine weeks of summer camp, for children ages 6-16.

Teach and lead English-style riding lessons and the basics of horse care during the day. Participate in a variety of fun evening programs and all camp events, from Campfires to Dance Parties to Camp Competitions, and Talent Shows. Lead with kindness and enthusiasm. Make lifelong memories and help campers do the same.

Provide leadership to campers. Help them to make friends and encourage them to try new activities! Share the responsibility of supervising the campers in your cabin with your co-counselor. Attend to the emotional wellbeing of campers, proactively reporting any concerns to Village Leaders and Camp Director as needed. Teach campers the basics of English-style riding and horse care, with a team of other Instructors, under the supervision of our Equestrian Program Area Leader. Participate in all-camp events. Join a team focused on creating safe, fun camper experiences! Adhere to CHM’s core values of respect and community by treating others with courtesy at all times.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age by June 8, 2023. Experience working with children, as well as some college experience preferred, but not required. Experience working with horses, comfortable coaching campers at a variety of skill levels. Positive attitude, open mind, willing to learn new things. Able to relocate to West Virginia (housing provided) for the duration of contract dates. Teamwork and solution-oriented, willing to learn from and create with others. Child-focused and committed to creating safe and fun experiences for our campers.

Required Key Skills
  • Riding
  • Teaching
  • Natural Horsemanship
  • People Skills
Required Expertise
  • Working with children
  • Flatwork
Accommodation

You will live in a cabin with campers, however that doesn't mean that you are directly responsible for them at all time. There are counselors in the cabin that will care for the campers, you may be asked to help out here and there, however your top priority is caring for the horses and providing a safe and fun riding program for the campers.

Job Benefits

Competitive salary, room + board internet access, laundry included Time off in wild and wonderful West Virginia.
Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people while developing leadership skills in a fun environment.
Internship opportunities available.

Employer No
404202
Name
Camp Hidden Meadows
Website
https://www.camphiddenmeadows.com/
Location
Bartow, West Virginia, USA
Facility Type
  • Private
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We are a co-ed overnight summer camp for children ages 7-16. Our equestrian facility is comprised

English riding lessons are available to all ages and offered at both the beginner and the more experienced level. Riding lessons takes place at camp with experienced instructors and well-cared for horses. Lessons take place five times per week for an additional fee of $250 per week.

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  • Assistant Barn Manager

    Looking for a candidate/couple looking for a long term home. Growth opportunity in becoming Manager in 8-12 months. While we are a show barn, we don't do private care. Want to educate our students in horsemanship as well as riding. Very family oriented.

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