What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Training Instructor - 4-6 hours per week position at MSPCA-Angell Careers?
This is a part-time position working 4-6 hours per week, Sundays.
THE POSITION:
Our Dog Training Instructor conducts weekly group training classes and/or private lessons in a positive and professional manner so as to improve the lives of people and their dogs. Duties include following class materials and course curriculum, scheduling training sessions, answering client questions and following up with clients, using behavioral knowledge and experience to shape the behavior of pet owners and their dogs during classroom instruction, and filling in for other dog-training instructors as needed.
You will be teaching "Learn to train your dog" classes in our Angell West training location, 219 Bear Hill Road, in Waltham.
If you have at least 4 years of experience with teaching group dog training classes, are able to restrain and handle dogs humanely, and have a working knowledge of all pertinent animal behavior tools (i.e. clicker, leashes, collars and harnesses) consider joining the MSPCA-Angell Behavior staff.
Physical requirements:
- Mandatory regular attendance and punctual presence.
- Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time.
- Must be able to bend, crouch and reach
- Must be able to lift 50lbs without assistance.
We are looking for compassionate, positive, self-motivated and organized applicants who demonstrate excellent judgment, interpersonal skills and the willingness to work with our clients in a customer focused manner.
We require applicants to include a cover letter with your application that details your experience with animals.
WHO WE ARE:
Angell, founded in 1915, is recognized internationally as a leader in animal medicine and has the reputation as one of the finest veterinary teaching hospitals in North America. Angell serves the greater Boston and scenic New England area as a primary care facility, a 24-hour emergency hospital, and as a tertiary referral center.
OUR BENEFITS:
MSPCA-Angell has an outstanding compensation package including Blue Cross health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, sick and vacation time, generous employee discounts for pet health care and pet food, and free onsite parking.