Full-Time Daycare Wrangler + Dog Trainer

About the role

Four‑Legged Fun Zone is hiring a full‑time Daycare Wrangler & Dog Trainer to manage group play and build new training classes for clients. The role offers tuition reimbursement for approved dog‑training education (up to 100 % after two years) and the opportunity to help grow the training program.

Responsibilities

• Supervise safe, positive daycare playgroups while integrating training‑based enrichment activities daily.
• Design and lead small‑group training classes (puppy basics, confidence building, manners, etc.) for daycare clients and the public.
• Manage group play and independently run group dog‑training classes.
• Monitor multiple dogs, anticipate problems, and intervene appropriately before situations escalate.
• Communicate professionally with clients and make independent decisions.

Requirements & Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience independently leading group dog‑training classes (beyond just assisting).
• Professional dog‑training certification is welcome but not required; proven hands‑on experience matters most.
• Deep understanding of canine body language, stress/arousal triggers, thresholds, and positive‑reinforcement training methods.
• Ability to safely manage dogs of all breeds, sizes, temperaments, and play styles, including dogs up to 100 lb.
• Proven professional experience independently managing off‑leash groups of 5+ dogs.
• Strong situational awareness to monitor multiple dogs and anticipate issues.
• Client‑facing skills: clear, professional communication and independent decision‑making.
• Experience creating and marketing group dog‑training classes, workshops, or events.
• Basic requirements: 18 +, safe driving record, reliable attendance for a full‑time Monday–Friday schedule, and ability to pass a background check.

Benefits

• Guaranteed 40 hours per week.
• Base pay $22–$24 per hour.
• Class bonuses: earn an additional $5 per enrolled student when group classes reach 3+ students (e.g., a 6‑student class yields $54 for that teaching hour at the $24/hour rate).
• Up to 100 % tuition reimbursement for approved dog‑training education: 50 % after one year, remaining 50 % after two years; past schooling may qualify.
• Established business with built‑in clientele, marketing, scheduling, and billing—no need to build a training business from scratch.
• Opportunity to help create and grow group classes, workshops, and future training services.

Pay

Base pay ranges from $22 to $24 per hour, with class bonuses of $5 per enrolled student for classes of three or more students.

Schedule

Full‑time Monday–Friday schedule.