Remote Dog Trainer

Intellipet; United States; Remote; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Dog Academy is seeking qualified live dog trainers to provide training sessions across the United States. You will choose your own hours and sessions, working as a 1099 contractor with a pay rate of $70 per hour.

This role emphasizes positive reinforcement methods, relationship building with clients, and adapting plans to each dog's needs. Training sessions can be conducted remotely from any US location, with no benefits attached to the contractor position.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Positive reinforcement methods only.
• Prefer certification for professional dog training.

Responsibilities

• Provide live training services to clients.
• Educate clients and improve dog behavior and obedience.
• Adapt training plans to each dog's temperament and needs.
• Maintain clear communication with clients and the Dog Academy team.

Skills

Dog training

Client communication

Behavioral analysis

Session planning

Education

Professional Dog Trainer Certification (Preferred)

Job description

At Dog Academy, we connect clients looking for live dog training with qualified trainers from our network. If you are a positive reinforcement dog trainer we want to work with you! You choose the sessions you want and the schedule that works for you. While session availability is dependent on client need, there is no cap to how many sessions you can do so you are able to work as much or as little as you'd like. This is a 1099 contractor position without benefits. Pay rate is $70/session.

Positive reinforcement/rewards-based methods only.

• No e-collar, prong or other balanced or aversive methods will be tolerated
• must be at least 18 years of age
• Professional Dog Trainer Certification preferred
• Deep understanding of dog behavior, body language and positive training methods
• Ability to nurture a relationship with each client, ensuring they understand the training process and monitoring their progress throughout the training process
• Strong attention to detail and ability to customize training plans at each session as needed

Responsibilities

• Interact with and handle dogs of all breeds, ages and sizes
• Educate clients and improve the behavior and obedience of their dogs while strengthening their bond
• Provide live training services
• Adapt your training plan to fit the individual needs of each dog, their temperament and behavior
• Show compassion and provide stellar customer service to every client
• Maintain thorough communication with both clients and Dog Academy team

Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $70.00 per hour

Compensation Package

• 1099 contract

Schedule

• Choose your own hours

Experience

• Dog training: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification

• Professional Dog Trainer Certification (Preferred)

Work Location

• Remote- you can train wherever you like in the US