OT/PT Adaptive Personal Trainer

Special Strong; Terrell (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Special Strong invites licensed Physical or Occupational Therapists to apply for the role of Adaptive Personal Trainer. This part-time position emphasizes flexible scheduling, rewarding work with special needs clients, and a supportive community. Join a mission-driven team committed to making a real impact through adaptive fitness.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Higher Pay – Earn 30% above industry standards

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical or Occupational Therapists who enjoy working with special needs clients.
• Experience with special needs (volunteer or professional) is a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Available to work at participating on-site locations.
• Conduct fitness assessments and re-assessments regularly.
• Lead/Co-Lead group classes and Private 1:1 training sessions.

Skills

Experience with special needs

Comfortable using a smartphone

Education

Licensed Physical or Occupational Therapist

Job description

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Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
  
  
  

Are you a licensed Physical or Occupational Therapist passionate about working with individuals with special needs? Looking for a flexible, rewarding side job that fits around your current schedule?

Why Work for Special Strong:

• Higher Pay – Earn 30% above industry standards as a personal fitness trainer.
• Flexible Scheduling – Part-time work designed to fit your lifestyle and/or additional job.
• Make an Impact – Help individuals with special needs gain confidence and independence through adaptive fitness.
• Long-Term Client Relationships – Our personalized approach keeps clients engaged 4x longer than standard fitness jobs.
  
  
  

Responsibilities

• Available to work at participating on-site location
• Within a 15-mile radius of on-site location
• Private 1:1 training sessions
• Lead/Co-Lead group classes
• Update and review client profiles; prepare for upcoming workouts
• Conduct fitness assessments and re-assessments regularly
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical or Occupational Therapists who enjoy working with special needs clients
• Comfortable using a smartphone and basic computer functions
• Experience with special needs (volunteer or professional) is a big plus!
  
  
  

Special Strong’s Vision:

• To give every individual in the world impacted by mental, physical, or cognitive challenges the opportunity to live an abundant life through adaptive fitness.
  
  
  

Special Strong’s Mission:

• The mission is to empower 1 million athletes and 100,000 coaches to live an abundant life through Adaptive Fitness.
  
  
  

Special Strong’s Founding Verse:

• "I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly." John 10:10
  
  
  

What is it like working for Special Strong?

"I've been a personal trainer for over 20 years. When I started with Special Strong, I knew I found my calling working with special needs. It's the most rewarding work I've ever done in my career!” - Lee S, Special Strong Trainer

Special Strong’s Core Values:

• Stewardship: We are Faithful Stewards of what God has Given Us "Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much." Luke 16:10
• Transparency: We are Real People who are Real with People. "And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." John 8:32
• Relationship Focused: We are Relationship Focused First and Profit Second. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you." Matthew 6:33
• Ownership: We Own Our Unique Roles and Take 100% Responsibility "You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things." Matthew 25:23
• No Judgement: We Seek to Relate and Understand Another Person's Walk of Life. "Do for others what you would like them to do for you. This is a summary of all that is taught in the law and the prophets." Matthew 7:12
• Generosity: We are blessed to be a Blessing to Others "Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully." 2 Corinthians 9:6
  
  
  

If you’re looking for meaningful, flexible work that makes a real impact, apply today!

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Special Strong Corporate.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

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• Industries

  Health, Wellness & Fitness

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