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Lead Dog Trainer ($20-25/hour)

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Fur-Get Me Not

Arlington, VA (In Person)

$46,800 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 03/16/2026 (Updated 2 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/21/2026

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Job Description

We have an immediate opening for Saturdays 8AM-2PM or some portion of that time. Fur-Get Me Not has an immediate part-time opening for an experienced dog trainer.
Hours and Availability:
Classes:
weeknights 4:30pm-9pm, Saturdays 8am-3pm
Privates:
offered daily, need to work around client preferred times
On Demand Training:
daycare dogs daily between 12pm-4pm or at client's home based on their preferred days and times Must be willing to travel within our training service area for at home services:
Alexandria, Arlington, Annandale, Fairfax, Falls Church, McLean, and DC Trainer Responsibilities:
Teach group classes, conduct private consults, and one on one training with dog via On Demand services. Demonstrates ability to commit to a specific day for classes and reliably attends given class on a weekly basis. In addtion, has flexible availability to sub for other trainers when they request help. Manage a personal schedule and follow up on communications with clients to book private consults. Internal correspondance with training team members for nightly class wrap-ups, etc. We take a collaborate approach when working with our clients. Trainers must be able to work well with each other on a small team, demonstrate flexibility, and be willing to seek out or offer assistance when determining best or alternative behavior paths for the client.
Requirements:
All candidates should have previous experience conducting private training sessions or group classes specifically related to basic manners. Some candidates may also have hands-on experience in behavior-specific (fear, anxiety, reactivity, etc) coaching. Candidate should be able to demonstrate a history of skills using positive training methods and promote these methods actively above all other forms of training. We will not hire trainers that train using punishment-based or "balanced training" methods. We only promote positive reinforcement methods. Candidates must agree to our core principles and goals, to meet clients and dogs where they are without judgement, and develop a mutual trust of relationship with their dogs. Professional and positive attitude with team members and clients. Candidates must equally enjoy working with people as they do with dogs. Actively seek continuing education to expand their behavior knowledge. Must have one of the following credentials to be a Lead Trainer at
Fur-Get Me Not:
Animal Behavior Society
  • Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist (ABC CAAB) Certified Behavior Consultant Canine
  • Knowledge Assessed (CBCC-KA) Certified Professional Dog Trainer
  • Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) Certified Professional Dog Trainer
  • Knowledge & Skills Assessed (CPDT-KSA) International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
  • Accredited Dog Trainer (IAABC ADT) International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
  • Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (IAABC CDBC) Karen Pryor Academy
  • Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP) National Association of Canine Scent Work
  • Certified Nose Work Instructor (CNWI) for nose work specific training only Pat Miller Certified Trainer 3 (PMCT3) Pat Miller Certified Trainer 4 (PMCT4) Pet Professional Accreditation Board
  • Professional Canine Trainer
  • Accredited (PPAB PCT-A) Pet Professional Accreditation Board
  • Professional Canine Behavior Consultant
  • Accredited (PPAB PCBC-A) The Academy for Dog Trainers
  • Certificate in Training and Counseling (CTC) Victoria Stillwell Academy
  • Certified Dog Trainer (VSA-CDT) If interested, please email our Training department with resume.
Let's Get Started We're glad you stopped by and we hope you're just as excited about the opportunity to work with animals as we are. If you are a responsible adult, 18 years of age or older, have reliable transportation, own a cell phone, and are good about punctuality and maintaining a schedule, we would love to hear from you. Our hiring process typically takes 1-2 weeks. Step 1 Submit an application. Step 2 Someone will call you to schedule an interview. Step 3 Once the interviews are completed, we will conduct reference and background checks. If you are offered a position, our HR Department will schedule an orientation to welcome you to the team and create your training schedule. Lead Dog Trainer ($20-25/hour) 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars We have an immediate opening for Saturdays 8AM-2PM or some portion of that time. Fur-Get Me Not has an immediate part-time opening for an experienced dog trainer.
Hours and Availability:
Classes:
weeknights 4:30pm-9pm, Saturdays 8am-3pm
Privates:
offered daily, need to work around client preferred times
On Demand Training:
daycare dogs daily between 12pm-4pm or at client's home based on their preferred days and times Must be willing to travel within our training service area for at home services:
Alexandria, Arlington, Annandale, Fairfax, Falls Church, McLean, and DC Trainer Responsibilities:
Teach group classes, conduct private consults, and one on one training with dog via On Demand services. Demonstrates ability to commit to a specific day for classes and reliably attends given class on a weekly basis. In addtion, has flexible availability to sub for other trainers when they request help. Manage a personal schedule and follow up on communications with clients to book private consults. Internal correspondance with training team members for nightly class wrap-ups, etc. We take a collaborate approach when working with our clients. Trainers must be able to work well with each other on a small team, demonstrate flexibility, and be willing to seek out or offer assistance when determining best or alternative behavior paths for the client.
Requirements:
All candidates should have previous experience conducting private training sessions or group classes specifically related to basic manners. Some candidates may also have hands-on experience in behavior-specific (fear, anxiety, reactivity, etc) coaching. Candidate should be able to demonstrate a history of skills using positive training methods and promote these methods actively above all other forms of training. We will not hire trainers that train using punishment-based or "balanced training" methods. We only promote positive reinforcement methods. Candidates must agree to our core principles and goals, to meet clients and dogs where they are without judgement, and develop a mutual trust of relationship with their dogs. Professional and positive attitude with team members and clients. Candidates must equally enjoy working with people as they do with dogs. Actively seek continuing education to expand their behavior knowledge. Must have one of the following credentials to be a Lead Trainer at
Fur-Get Me Not:
Animal Behavior Society
  • Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist (ABC CAAB) Certified Behavior Consultant Canine
  • Knowledge Assessed (CBCC-KA) Certified Professional Dog Trainer
  • Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) Certified Professional Dog Trainer
  • Knowledge & Skills Assessed (CPDT-KSA) International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
  • Accredited Dog Trainer (IAABC ADT) International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
  • Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (IAABC CDBC) Karen Pryor Academy
  • Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP) National Association of Canine Scent Work
  • Certified Nose Work Instructor (CNWI) for nose work specific training only Pat Miller Certified Trainer 3 (PMCT3) Pat Miller Certified Trainer 4 (PMCT4) Pet Professional Accreditation Board
  • Professional Canine Trainer
  • Accredited (PPAB PCT-A) Pet Professional Accreditation Board
  • Professional Canine Behavior Consultant
  • Accredited (PPAB PCBC-A) The Academy for Dog Trainers
  • Certificate in Training and Counseling (CTC) Victoria Stillwell Academy
  • Certified Dog Trainer (VSA-CDT) If interested, please email our Training department with resume.
Let's Get Started We're glad you stopped by and we hope you're just as excited about the opportunity to work with animals as we are. If you are a responsible adult, 18 years of age or older, have reliable transportation, own a cell phone, and are good about punctuality and maintaining a schedule, we would love to hear from you. Our hiring process typically takes 1-2 weeks. Step 1 Submit an application. Step 2 Someone will call you to schedule an interview. Step 3 Once the interviews are completed, we will conduct reference and background checks. If you are offered a position, our HR Department will schedule an orientation to welcome you to the team and create your training schedule.

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