Homeschool by LAY LO™ is a premium virtual training service to help modern pet parents raise the very best dog at home with 1:1 support from dog trainers, groomers, nutritionists and vet techs. Through a series of 1:1 live video calls and daily training via text, people receive the tools and confidence they need to create a beautiful life at home with their dog. Learn more about us here > https://www.laylopets.com/pages/homeschool
Is virtual dog training right for you?
If you are a dog trainer looking to fill your off hours or move to a fully remote dog training position, Homeschool will provide you the flexibility and client load to do so. Our innovative technology and support team will handle all of the administrative details so you can focus on what you love and train at your best. As a premium emerging service, we are very selective with our trainers and will only consider serious applications with video examples of training experience (either with past clients or mock recorded sessions with your dog).
Role Description
We are looking for part-time contract virtual dog trainers with at least 10 hours available each week during week day evenings (4 PM - 9 PM) and weekends. You will handle the following:
- Conduct remote training sessions at 45 minutes each with dogs and their owners via video call.
- Develop training plans using our templates and video library to solve behavioral issues from standard puppy obedience to complex behavioral modification
- Text clients throughout the week to check in and progress and analyze videos they submit
Qualifications
- Force-free positive R+ trainers with up-to-date certifications required
- Minimum 5 years of experience in dog training and behavior
- Must have 10 available hours / week (nights and weekends)
- Ability to develop and implement training plans tailored to behavioral issues
- Strong computer skills and proficiency in virtual training platforms
- Excellent virtual communication skills, with the ability to understand online material and explain concepts and techniques effectively to dog owners over video chat.
- High-speed Internet and Newer, Distraction Free Home Office with Computer Set Up (for WFH Options) Phones and tablets will not work, a computer/laptop is required
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Patient and compassionate when working with both dogs and their owners
**Please submit training videos (Instagram, recorded client sessions or samples of training sessions with your dog) with your application**
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 15 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Compensation package:
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience with virtual/remote dog training?
- Do you have an up-to-date Certification for Dog Training and/or Animal Behavior (Examples include: ACDBC, CCBC, BSc, CPDT-KA, AABP, KPA-CTP, CSAT)
Experience:
- Dog training: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: Remote