Assistant Trainer for Service Dogs

VETERANS MOVING FORWARD; Kearneysville (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Veterans Moving Forward, Inc. in Kearneysville, WV is seeking an Assistant Trainer to support training programs for veterans. This role involves hands-on coaching, curriculum delivery, and progress monitoring within a mission-driven nonprofit.

The position requires prior training/coaching experience, strong communication, and reliability. You will work with staff and volunteers to maintain records, schedule logistics, and foster a supportive learning environment for participants and canines.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in training, coaching.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications and recordkeeping.
• Reliable, punctual, and mission-driven work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead trainers in developing and delivering training programs and curriculum
• Support participants through hands-on coaching, instruction, and encouragement
• Monitor canine progress and provide feedback to program leadership
• Maintain accurate training records, documentation, and attendance logs
• Help coordinate training schedules, materials, and facility logistics
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to ensure smooth program operations
• Keep canines clean while working with kennel techs,
• Track meals and any medication required

Skills

Training & coaching

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement

About the Role:

Veterans Moving Forward is looking for a passionate and dedicated Assistant Trainer to join our mission-driven team in Kearneysville, WV. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by supporting training programs that empower veterans and help them move forward in their lives. If you're motivated by purpose and love helping others grow, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Assist lead trainers in developing and delivering training programs and curriculum
• Support participants through hands-on coaching, instruction, and encouragement
• Monitor canine progress and provide feedback to program leadership
• Maintain accurate training records, documentation, and attendance logs
• Help coordinate training schedules, materials, and facility logistics
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to ensure smooth program operations
• Keep canines clean while working with kennel techs,
• Track meals and any medication required

Requirements:

• Prior experience in training, coaching
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for serving veterans and military communities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in basic computer applications and recordkeeping
• Reliable, punctual, and mission-driven work ethic
• high school graduate or GED equivalent

About Us:

Veterans Moving Forward is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of veterans through meaningful programs and compassionate support. Our team is united by a shared commitment to honoring those who have served by providing them with the tools and resources they need to thrive. Employees are proud to be part of an organization where their work truly matters and every day brings an opportunity to change lives.