Find & Apply For Animal Trainer Jobs in Crystal Lake, Illinois

Job Summary Join our team as a Part Time Assistant Professional Dog Trainer and ignite your passion for animal behavior and pet care! In this energetic role, you will support our certified professional trainers in delivering positive reinforcement-based obedience training, behavioral modification, and handling techniques to dogs of all breeds and temperaments. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in animal training and care, and client communication while working in a lively, pet-focused environment. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help pet owners build stronger bonds with their furry friends and achieve their training goals. Duties Assist certified dog trainers in conducting obedience classes using positive reinforcement strategies Handle dogs safely during training ensuring proper animal and care Support pet behavioral modification programs tailored to individual animals' needs Engage with pet owners to provide guidance on training techniques, pet care, and behavior support strategies Maintain a clean, safe environment by assisting with minor cleaning Experience Hands-on experience with dog training, dog handling, or animal behavior modification is highly valued - dog training certification preferred Familiarity with classroom positive reinforcement methods and pet behavioral support strategies Experience working with animals such as dogs, cats, or horses in a professional setting is advantageous Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients about pet training progress and behavioral concerns Join us in making a difference in the lives of pets and their owners! This paid position is perfect for passionate individuals eager to grow their skills in animal behavior and client service while working in a lively environment dedicated to excellence in pet training.

Pay:

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person