Part Time Adaptive Fitness Coach
About The Position
Special Strong is hiring a part-time Adaptive Fitness Coach to help people with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and other cognitive or physical challenges build strength, confidence, independence, and pride through adaptive fitness. Coaches lead private one-on-one and group sessions at participating gyms and training studios in the western Chicagoland area. The role offers flexible scheduling, competitive pay, hands-on training, and a free Adaptive Fitness Certification. The franchise is independently owned and operated; applications and hiring decisions are handled by the franchisee.
Requirements
- CPR and AED certification.
- An approved personal training certification; an NCCA-accredited certification is preferred.
- Ability to travel within a 15-mile radius of the job posting location.
- Comfort working with the special-needs population.
Nice To Haves
- Prior personal trainer experience.
- Experience—personal, family, volunteer, or professional—working with individuals with special needs; this experience will be highly prioritized.
Responsibilities
- Coach and motivate athletes and clients with special needs in private one-on-one training sessions and group sessions.
- Update and review client profiles and prepare for upcoming workouts.
- Communicate with athletes’ parents or caregivers to ensure sessions are scheduled and completed.
- Conduct fitness assessments and reassessments regularly.
- Work at participating on-site locations within the assigned area.
- Travel within a 15-mile radius of the job posting location.
Benefits
- Competitive salary; compensation is listed as $22.00–$45.00 per hour.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Free uniforms.
- Training and development, including comprehensive hands-on training and guidance from day one.
- Free Adaptive Fitness Certification through the company’s learning platform.
- More consistent client relationships and hours, with athletes reported to stay four times longer than typical personal-training clients.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
