Personal Trainer

Spring Dell Center, Inc.•La Plata, MD

About The Position

Are you passionate about making fitness accessible and empowering for everyone? We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate Personal Trainer to join our team and work with people living with physical, developmental, or cognitive disabilities. This is more than a training role—it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping people with disabilities build strength, confidence, independence, and overall well-being in a supportive environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Physical Education or a related field
A Certified Adaptive Personal Trainer (or must be obtained within 3 months of hiring)
Experience in personal and group training (at least 3 years)
Must hold a current personal training certification
Perform physical activities such as: lifting, pushing and pulling
Clean Driving Record with 2 years driving experience
Demonstrate sound time management and dependability
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Knowledge of adaptive fitness techniques and inclusive training practices
Basic Computer Skills
A genuine passion for helping others succeed

Nice To Haves

Experience working with people with disabilities is highly preferred
Background in kinesiology, adaptive physical education, occupational therapy, or related fields
Experience working with people with developmental disabilities

Responsibilities

Design and deliver customized fitness programs tailored to people with a wide range of abilities and needs
Provide one-on-one and small group training sessions with a strong focus on safety, inclusion, and encouragement
Adapt exercises, equipment, and techniques to ensure accessibility and effectiveness
Track client progress and celebrate milestones, both big and small
Collaborate with caregivers, families, and (when appropriate) healthcare providers
Foster a positive, respectful, and motivating training environment