Adaptive Fitness Coach part time

Special Strong Western Chicagoland•Schaumburg, IL
•Hybrid

About The Position

Turn your passion for fitness into a purpose-driven career. If you’re a personal trainer who wants more than counting reps and chasing transformations—this is for you. At Special Strong, you’ll work with individuals impacted by autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, ADHD, intellectual disability, and other cognitive/physical challenges—helping them build strength, confidence, independence, and pride through adaptive fitness. Every session you coach is an opportunity to inspire… and sometimes truly change a life.

Requirements

  • CPR and AED certification
  • Approved Personal Training Certification (NCCA preferred)
  • Ability to travel within a 15-mile radius
  • Comfortable working with our special needs population

Nice To Haves

  • Prior personal trainer experience
  • Any experience (parent, family member, volunteer or professional) working with individuals with special needs - (This will be highly prioritized.)

Responsibilities

  • Coach & motivate athletes/clients with special needs in private 1:1 training sessions & in group format
  • Update and review client profiles; prepare for upcoming workouts
  • Maintain communication with athlete parent / caregiver to ensure sessions are scheduled and completed
  • Conduct fitness assessments and re-assessments regularly
  • Work at participating on-site locations within your assigned area
  • Travel within a 15-mile radius of the job posting location

Benefits

  • Competitive Pay Above Industry Standard
  • Flexibility That Fits Your Life
  • FREE Training That Sets You Up for Success
  • FREE Adaptive Fitness Certification through our learning platform
  • Stable Clients + Strong Relationships
  • Work Close to Home (Local Suburbs)
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