JOIN OUR TEAM

Soul Barn at Serenbe is growing—and we’re looking for a fun, energetic instructor to join us in cultivating the next generation of confident, compassionate horse-people.

Our mission is simple but powerful: to foster meaningful relationships between horses and humans through thoughtful training, connection, and care. We’re expanding our youth program and hiring an instructor to teach foundational horsemanship and beginner riding to children in a way that centers kindness, curiosity, and trust.

This is more than a riding lesson job. It’s a chance to help young people grow into the kind of humans horses want to be around—and to do it within a supportive, values-aligned team. You’ll work closely with our Head Trainer, Karen Jones, whose approach emphasizes ethical, relationship-based horsemanship that honors each horse’s autonomy and voice.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a minimum of 2 years experience teaching riding or horsemanship
• Is aligned with (or excited to learn) a relationship-first, ethical approach to horses
• Brings patience, presence, and joy to teaching
• Feels confident working with children of various ages and learning styles
• Is calm under pressure and energized by helping kids learn and grow
• Is open to mentorship and collaborative growth
• Is reliable, communicative, and team-oriented
• Is available to work weekends
• Is interested in growing with the program over time

What you’ll do:

• Teach beginner horsemanship through horse care, groundwork, and riding
• Create safe, supportive experiences where kids and horses thrive
• Adapt lessons to meet each student’s and horse’s needs
• Collaborate with Karen and the team to align lessons with our training philosophy
• Help foster a barn culture where learning, kindness, and confidence take root

What we offer:

• A meaningful role in a mission-driven, growing program
• Ongoing mentorship from a skilled, compassionate trainer
• A collaborative, heart-forward team and barn culture
• The chance to shape something lasting—for kids, horses, and the community
• A beautiful setting, well-loved herd, and supportive environment
• Opportunity to earn extra income assisting with barn chores and feeding shifts
   

To apply:
Send us a note introducing yourself—what draws you to working with kids and horses, and why Soul Barn feels like a fit. PLEASE, send resumes to darbypollock@soulbarnatserenbe.com

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