Personal Trainer

Spring Dell Center, Inc

La Plata (MD)

On-site

USD 45,208 - 55,255

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

403b Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Life Insurance

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Military Leave

Jury Duty Leave

Bereavement Leave

Job summary

A community support organization in La Plata, MD, is seeking a dedicated Personal Trainer to create tailored fitness programs for individuals with disabilities. This full-time position involves designing individual training regimens, providing support in fitness sessions, and tracking client progress. The ideal candidate must hold a relevant bachelor's degree, possess a personal training certification, and have experience in inclusive training practices. Benefits include health insurance, paid training, and a 403b retirement plan.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field.
Certified Adaptive Personal Trainer must be obtained within 3 months of hiring.
At least 3 years of personal and group training experience.

Responsibilities

Design and deliver customized fitness programs.
Provide one-on-one and small group training sessions.
Adapt exercises and techniques to ensure accessibility.

Skills

Kinesiology knowledge

Exercise Science knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Adaptive fitness techniques

Personal training certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology or related field

Job description

Spring Dell Center, Inc. an equal opportunity employer promoting a drug‑free, smoke‑free workplace that does not honor medical marijuana.

Personal Trainer

Hourly Salary: $50,232/annually

Job Type: Full‑Time

Shift: Monday – Friday 7:30am – 3:30pm

Hours per pay period: 80

Location: Charles County, MD

Job Description

Are you passionate about making fitness accessible and empowering for everyone? We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate Personal Trainer to join our team and work with people living with physical, developmental, or cognitive disabilities. This is more than a training role—it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping people with disabilities build strength, confidence, independence, and overall well‑being in a supportive environment.

Duties

Design and deliver customized fitness programs tailored to people with a wide range of abilities and needs
Provide one‑on‑one and small group training sessions with a strong focus on safety, inclusion, and encouragement
Adapt exercises, equipment, and techniques to ensure accessibility and effectiveness
Track client progress and celebrate milestones, both big and small
Collaborate with caregivers, families, and (when appropriate) healthcare providers
Foster a positive, respectful, and motivating training environment

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Physical Education or a related field
A Certified Adaptive Personal Trainer (or must be obtained within 3 months of hiring)
Experience in personal and group training (at least 3 years)
Must hold a current personal training certification
Perform physical activities such as: lifting, pushing and pulling
Clean Driving Record with 2 years driving experience
Experience working with people with disabilities is highly preferred
Demonstrate sound time management and dependability
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Knowledge of adaptive fitness techniques and inclusive training practices
Background in kinesiology, adaptive physical education, occupational therapy, or related fields
Experience working with people with developmental disabilities
Basic Computer Skills
A genuine passion for helping others succeed