Canine Training and Dog Daycare Attendant

Tailored Pet Services; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 hours guaranteed

Tuition reimbursement

Class bonuses

Established client base

Job summary

Four-Legged Fun Zone is hiring a full-time Canine Training and Dog Daycare Attendant to manage group play and build new training classes for our clients. We offer up to 100% tuition reimbursement and a base pay of $22–$24/hour with guaranteed 40 hours, plus opportunities to grow an expanding training program.

We seek applicants with at least 1 year of independently led group dog-training experience. Certification is welcome but not required; hands-on expertise matters most for our growing

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year leading group dog-training classes independently.
• Certification welcomed but not required; hands-on experience matters.
• Strong knowledge of canine behavior and body language.
• Ability to design and lead small group training sessions.

Responsibilities

• Lead group dog-training classes and supervise daycare play.
• Develop and launch new training classes and workshops.
• Ensure safe, positive interactions for dogs of various sizes.
• Collaborate with clients and build training programs.

Skills

Group dog-training leadership

Canine behavior knowledge

Teaching/group classes

Safety and handling

Client communication

Job description

You have professional dog-handling experience and have taught group classes, but you're ready to take your training career further.

Four-Legged Fun Zone is hiring a full-time Canine Training and Dog Daycare Attendant to manage group play and build new training classes for our clients.

WE'LL REIMBURSE UP TO 100% OF YOUR DOG-TRAINING EDUCATION!

Already certified or completed dog-training school? Your approved past education qualifies, too.

Yes, you read that right. If you've already completed approved professional dog-training education or you'd like to become a certified dog trainer, we’ll reimburse you for it.

However, there is a catch! This isn't an entry-level dog-care position. We're looking for someone who already has professional dog-training experience and is ready to put it to work in a bigger way.

At a minimum, you must have at least 1 year of experience independently leading group dog-training classes—not just assisting.

What We're Looking For

• Solo Teaching Experience: At least 1 year of experience independently running and leading group dog-training classes (beyond just assisting).
• Professional dog-training certification is welcome but not required. Proven hands‑on experience matters most.
• Program Builder: Design and lead small group training classes (puppy basics, confidence building, manners, etc.) for daycare clients and the public.
• Daycare Wrangler: Supervise safe, positive daycare playgroups while integrating training‑based enrichment activities daily.
• Hands‑On Expertise: Strong practical knowledge of canine behavior from day one.

Why Join Us?

• Guaranteed 40 Hours: $22–$24/hour base pay while working directly with our daycare dogs.
• Class Bonuses: Earn an additional $5 per enrolled student when group classes reach 3+ students. At $24/hour, a 6‑student class = $54 for that teaching hour.
• Up to 100% Tuition Reimbursement: We reimburse 50% of approved dog‑training education after one year and the remaining 50% after two years. Past schooling may qualify.
• Established Business: Built‑in clientele, marketing, scheduling, and billing—you don't have to build a training business from scratch.
• Build Something: Help create and grow our group classes, workshops, and future training services.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Behavior Expertise: Deep understanding of canine body language, stress/arousal triggers, thresholds, and positive‑reinforcement training methods.
• Group & Safety Skills: Ability to safely manage dogs of all breeds, sizes, temperaments, and play styles, including dogs up to 100 lbs.
• Off‑Leash Group Experience: Proven professional experience independently managing off‑leash groups of 5+ dogs.
• Situational Awareness: Ability to monitor multiple dogs, anticipate problems, and intervene appropriately before situations escalate.
• Client Skills: Strong independent decision‑making and clear, professional client communication.
• Class Creation: Experience creating and marketing group dog‑training classes, workshops, or events.
• Basic Requirements: 18+, safe driving record, reliable attendance for a full‑time Monday–Friday schedule, and able to pass a background check.

Take the Lead — Help Build What's Next in Dog Daycare & Training

Ready for a role where your experience matters, your ideas are welcome, and you can help build a training program instead of simply stepping into someone else's?