What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Instructor / Administrative Coordinator position at Highland Canine Training, LLC?
School Instructor / Administrative Coordinator
Highland Canine Training, LLC is seeking a motivated, organized, and professional individual to join our team as a School Instructor / Administrative Coordinator. This position combines hands-on dog training instruction with administrative and student support responsibilities. The ideal candidate is passionate about dog training, highly organized, capable of multitasking, and comfortable working in both classroom and operational training environments.
Primary Responsibilities
Instruction & Student Support
- Conduct interviews with prospective students for the Master Dog Trainer Program and other educational programs.
- Assist with classroom lectures, practical training exercises, and student evaluations.
- Provide hands-on dog training instruction and coaching to students.
- Support students throughout their training process by providing guidance, communication, and assistance step-by-step.
- Assist instructors during training scenarios and field exercises.
- Help maintain a positive, professional, and structured learning environment.
Administrative Responsibilities
- Maintain and manage the school calendar, scheduling, and student coordination.
- Handle administrative office duties including filing, maintaining records, and organizing documentation.
- Answer and return phone calls, emails, and student inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Maintain student files and documentation required for audits and compliance purposes.
- Assist with social media management and content creation for the school and training programs.
- Support day-to-day office operations and ensure smooth communication between staff and students.
- Perform additional administrative and operational duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Comfortable speaking in front of groups and assisting with lectures/classes.
- Experience in dog training or working with dogs preferred.
- Basic computer and social media proficiency required.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced working environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in dog training instruction.
- Experience with administrative office work and customer service.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and content management.
- Experience working in educational or vocational training environments.
Work Environment
This position involves both office/administrative work and active hands-on dog training. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors, handling dogs of various breeds and temperaments, and participating in physically active training sessions.
Additional Information
Duties and responsibilities may evolve over time based on operational needs. Employees are expected to maintain flexibility and contribute to the overall success of the organization and student experience.