Facilitator / Trainer
Have you ever attended a class that was both engaging and interesting while also teaching you something? Have you ever walked into a class knowing very little about the topic but left feeling like an expert? These classes were delivered by professional facilitators or trainers.
A corporate facilitator or trainer is well spoken, knowledgeable about adult learners, and can make a training class enjoyable for everyone.
What does a corporate Facilitator or Trainer do?
A facilitator can wear many hats in an organization. They are the front line for helping a company develop a knowledgeable workforce with the skills that will help meet key business objectives. Facilitators focus on specific initiatives such as onboarding new employees, training employees on new software and technologies, enabling a sales team to sell the latest product line, ensuring the call center is staffed with competent agents, or educating employees on corporate policies and procedures.
Popular topics for our facilitators include:
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
- Unconscious Bias
- Process Mapping
- Dealing with or Leading Change
- Executive Meeting Facilitation
- Leadership Development
- Supervisor Training
- Selling Skills
- Team Building
- Technology
- ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, or Infor
- EMR Systems like Epic
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What skills does a corporate facilitator/trainer need?
Facilitators have strong interpersonal and communication skills, they are strong researchers, very organized, and have studied adult learning theory. (Adult Learning Theory differs from pedagogy.) Some things Facilitators regularly do as part of their job include:
- Delivering training sessions.
- Analyze the effectiveness of a program.
- Creatively solve problems on their feet.
- Demonstrate strong empathy for the classroom participants.
- Give effective feedback.
- Keep classroom participants engaged.
When you need a facilitator to train your employees, partners, or customers, a professional facilitator with the right background and certifications can effectively deliver the course to meet your expectations.
Why Adaptability Matters in Facilitation
No two training sessions are ever the same—because no two learners are ever the same. Corporate training facilitators must skillfully navigate differences in learning styles, personalities, communication preferences, and workplace cultures. Whether you’re working with a small team or a large enterprise group, the key to success lies in your ability to adjust your delivery style while still meeting learning objectives.
Our experienced contract facilitators and training delivery consultants understand how to read the room, pivot their approach, and tailor interactions to meet learners where they are. What works well for one organization or audience might fall flat for another—so adaptability isn’t optional. It’s essential for driving engagement, building confidence, and ensuring knowledge transfer sticks.
That’s why companies across industries choose TrainingPros facilitation services—to ensure every learning experience resonates, regardless of the audience.
Experts in Delivering Training that Drives Change
Our experienced contract trainers bring more than just presentation skills, they bring the ability to create real impact in diverse organizational environments. Whether facilitating leadership programs, onboarding sessions, technical training, or compliance workshops, they take the time to deeply understand your learning content, even when it requires specialized industry knowledge.
What sets our trainers apart is their ability to connect that content with your audience. Through skilled facilitation, they align delivery with your learners’ roles, levels, and goals—ensuring that sessions are not only informative, but also relevant and actionable. The result? Training that sticks, supports behavior change, and accelerates business outcomes.
How Contract Facilitators/Trainers Improve the Efficiency of Learning Programs
Contract trainers and facilitators bring immediate value to learning initiatives by combining deep expertise with flexible delivery. Here’s how they help organizations train more effectively:
Efficient Content Delivery
Experienced trainers know how to deliver content clearly and confidently. They adapt to different learning styles and ensure employees quickly understand and retain new information, whether the session is in person or is delivered as a virtual classroom.
Customized Training for Business Goals
Contract trainers don’t deliver one-size-fits-all content. They tailor delivery approaches to support your organization’s learning objectives, culture, and audience, helping learners apply skills directly to their roles.
Support Beyond the Session
Effective training doesn’t stop when the session ends. Many contract trainers provide ongoing support; help reinforce key messages and offer feedback to help internal teams monitor progress and address challenges.
Reduced Burden on Internal Teams
Bringing in a contract trainer allows your internal staff to stay focused on their core responsibilities. It’s a smart way to maintain productivity while meeting your training goals.
Stronger Adoption and Engagement
Whether it’s a new system, process, or behavior change, contract trainers help drive adoption by building learner confidence. When employees understand the “why” behind the change and feel supported they’re more likely to embrace it.
Adding a contract trainer to your team gives you the flexibility to scale up quickly, deliver consistent training, and support your learners without overloading your internal resources.
What software does a Facilitator need to know how to use?
- Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Video Conferencing Tools such as Zoom, WebEx, Teams, and Adobe Connect
- Polling software
- Applicable software to be taught in the classroom
You might want a facilitator with a specific certification such as:
- Myers-Briggs (MBTI)
- DiSC
- Crucial Conversations
- Covey courses such as Situational Leadership
- Achieve Global
- Korn Ferry
- DDI
- ADKAR
- Six Sigma
Sample Facilitator Job Description:
Job Summary:
As a Corporate Facilitator, you will play a key role in delivering dynamic and engaging leadership and supervisor training sessions to leaders in our Fortune 1000 healthcare company. You will facilitate workshops, seminars, and training programs designed to enhance leadership skills, improve supervisory practices, and drive organizational success. This role requires significant travel, as you will be responsible for delivering training at locations across the region or country. Additionally, you will deliver training in a virtual classroom with the help of a Virtual Classroom Producer.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate leadership and supervisor training programs, both in-person and virtually, ensuring high levels of participant engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborate with the Learning and Development team to continually improve training materials, methodologies, and delivery strategies.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of leadership and management best practices, as well as industry trends, to ensure training content remains relevant and impactful.
- Travel to various corporate locations as required, with the possibility of overnight stays depending on training schedules.
- Gather and analyze feedback from training participants to identify areas for improvement.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a corporate facilitator or trainer, with a focus on leadership and supervisor training.
- Exceptional facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse audiences.
- Strong understanding of adult learning principles.
- Willingness to travel extensively to various corporate locations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with participants and stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple training sessions and schedules simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification in training and development, such as Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) or equivalent.
- Experience in coaching or mentoring leaders and supervisors.
- Familiarity with leadership models, emotional intelligence, change management, and conflict resolution.
Sample Software Trainer Job Description
Job Summary:
The Software Trainer will be responsible for delivering high-quality training sessions to our clients, helping them to effectively use our software products. You will provide training programs to our customers and partners to maximize their understanding of our software. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a passion for teaching.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct training sessions (in-person and virtually) to teach clients how to effectively use our software products.
- Collaborate with the product development team to stay current on new features and updates, ensuring training content is up-to-date and relevant.
- Provide ongoing support and follow-up training as needed to ensure clients are confident and proficient in using the software.
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of a knowledge base, including FAQs, how-to articles, and video tutorials for client self-service.
- Serve as a product expert, able to answer detailed questions about the software and troubleshoot any issues that arise during training.
- Work closely with the Customer Success team to ensure a seamless onboarding experience for new clients.
- Occasionally travel to client sites to deliver on-site training, as needed.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a software trainer.
- Strong understanding of software applications and the ability to convey complex technical information in an easy-to-understand manner.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate learners.
- Experience with virtual training platforms and tools (e.g., Zoom, WebEx, Microsoft Teams).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to new challenges quickly.
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Business initiatives that might necessitate contract trainers
Organizations often encounter challenges that necessitate the expertise of contract trainers. Here are some common scenarios:
Navigating Mergers and Acquisitions
When companies merge or acquire, integrating systems, cultures, and processes can be complex. Contract trainers can help streamline these transitions to ensure a smooth consolidation of teams and objectives.
Technology Enhancements
Whether it’s adopting completely new technology systems or upgrading existing ones, bringing everyone up to speed is vital. Contract trainers offer specialized knowledge to educate employees on new tools, software, or digital platforms efficiently.
Leadership Development Program Rollout
Building a strong pipeline of future leaders is crucial for any organization. Contract trainers are valuable for mentoring and developing potential leaders, ensuring the sustainability and growth of the business.
Scaling Operations
When businesses expand their operations or venture into new locations, training employees is key. Contract trainers assist in standardizing processes and onboarding new team members, which helps maintain consistency and quality.
Cultural and HR Initiatives
Rolling out new human resource policies or cultural change initiatives can be daunting. Professional trainers help communicate and implement these changes effectively, promoting acceptance and alignment within the organization.
Regulatory Compliance
Adapting to new regulations is essential for risk management and legal compliance. Contract trainers provide targeted training to ensure that employees understand and adhere to these new laws and regulations, reducing potential liabilities.
Contract trainers play a pivotal role in addressing these organizational challenges, offering tailored solutions that drive success and efficiency.
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How hiring contract facilitators help L&D teams
Contract trainers can be a valuable asset when internal teams are stretched thin or when programs require specialized delivery. Here’s how they help:
- Reducing Travel Fatigue: Contract facilitators can take on the road-heavy training assignments, allowing your internal team to stay grounded and focused on their main responsibilities. That means less burnout, fewer delays on strategic work, and more sustainable team dynamics.
- Maintaining Operational Efficiency: When facilitators are pulled into multi-day or multi-location rollouts, other priorities can stall. Bringing in contract facilitators keeps your internal team focused on high-impact projects without the constant need to switch gears.
- Expertise on Demand: Whether you’re rolling out leadership training or providing training for a new software rollout, contract facilitators bring ready-to-go skills and proven delivery experience. They step in and deliver with confidence.
- Flexibility and Scalability: Need 10 facilitators next month and only two the month after? Contracting allows you to flex your delivery team based on business needs without the fixed overhead.
- Reducing Personal Sacrifices: Travel-heavy training schedules can wear people down. Contract trainers take the load off your team, giving them more time at home and helping preserve morale and retention.
- Access to Certified Facilitators—Without the Hefty Licensing Fee: Many contract facilitators already hold certifications from major training providers (think: Crucial Conversations®, DiSC®, Situational Leadership®, etc.). Contracting them through TrainingPros is often significantly more affordable than going through the certification body, especially for multi-session or enterprise-wide rollouts.
Ultimately, the integration of contract trainers can significantly ease the burden on your internal teams, ensuring seamless training delivery while supporting their professional and personal well-being.
How do I find a contract Trainer or Facilitator?
Are you looking to staff a facilitator or a team of facilitators for a product or process rollout? Let our practitioner Relationship Managers find the best trainer or team of trainers for your upcoming project.
Are you a skilled Facilitator? View our list of available contract positions.
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