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Sarah Mason

Troy,NY

Summary

Dedicated and dependable horse handler with 12 years of hands-on equine experience and a lifelong passion for horse care and welfare. Trained in dressage, show jumping, and eventing, with a strong foundation in safe, confident horsemanship and horse handling. Four years of volunteer experience at an equine refuge provided extensive experience working with horses of all ages, temperaments, and backgrounds in a variety of weather and environmental conditions. Experienced in daily stable operations, including grooming, mucking stalls, feeding, turnout, blanketing, basic health monitoring, and maintaining clean, organized facilities. Recognized for remaining calm under pressure, treating horses with patience and respect while maintaining clear boundaries, and committed to ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of every horse in my care.

Overview

2
2
Languages
4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Refuge Equin Heliominos
07.2019 - 06.2023
  • Provided care for 3–4 horses, including feeding, grooming, turnout, and exercise while ensuring each horse's individual needs were met.
  • Safely handled horses of varying ages, temperaments, and training levels using calm, confident, and respectful horsemanship techniques.
  • Assisted with daily stable operations by preparing horses and facilities to ensure efficient routines and smooth day-to-day operations.
  • Monitored horses for signs of injury, illness, or behavioral changes and reported concerns to senior staff.
  • Adapted handling and care techniques to accommodate rescued horses with diverse behavioral and physical needs.
  • Worked collaboratively with other volunteers to complete daily tasks efficiently while maintaining high standards of horse welfare.
  • Demonstrated reliability by consistently volunteering in all weather conditions and prioritizing the health, safety, and well-being of the horses.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy, NY
05-2027

Baccalaureat General - General Studies

Lycee Turgot
Limoges, France
07-2023

Skills

  • Horse Handling & Horsemanship
  • Equine Care & Welfare
  • Grooming & Stable Management
  • Feeding, Turnout & Exercise
  • Stall Cleaning & Barn Maintenance
  • Horse Behavior & Health Observation
  • Dressage, Show Jumping & Eventing Experience
  • Facility Organization
  • Team Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Adaptability & Dependability

Languages

Spanish
Beginner (A1)
French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Volunteer

Refuge Equin Heliominos
07.2019 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Baccalaureat General - General Studies

Lycee Turgot