About Teacher Turned Trainer

About Teacher Turned Trainer

Teacher Turned Trainer is a private, in-home training business whose footer describes it as a "Private Session Dog Trainer based in Kansas City, Missouri". The owner introduces herself directly: "My name is Taryn Tyler and I am the owner and creator of Teacher Turned Trainer. I was an elementary education teacher by trade, but I have had a strong passion for dogs my entire life." The site's headline positions the work as a "Positive Reinforcement Dog Trainer" working "in the Kansas City area that specializes in basic obedience and puppy training", and it carries a local award line, "Voted Best Dog Trainer in Johnson County 2024!"

Credential and method

The about page states the credential plainly: "I am certified through the Victoria Stillwell Academy and practice positive reinforcement training with all my clients." The reasoning is set out on the page too – that rewarding a desired behavior makes a dog more likely to repeat it, and that "A reward can be anything like a treat, toy, or even just some pets" – and she adds that she believes "all my interactions should be rooted in positivity and love instead of fear and negativity".

Packages, with the prices published

The teaching theme runs through the package names. A "Parent Teacher Conference" is a free 30-minute consultation, in person, remote or by phone. "Pre School", at $200, is a pre-arrival session for a new dog including a planning session, a shopping trip and a home visit to help set up. "Valedictorian", at $920, is an eight-session program the page recommends for puppies, new dogs and reactivity, at $100 a session. "Honor Roll", at $720, is six sessions at $105 each, suited to specific skills, leash walking or an obedience refresh. "Straight A's", at $500, is four sessions at $110 each for a tune-up. All sessions run 45 minutes to an hour, are private and take place in the owner's home. Pricing is for one dog, with $50 per extra dog, and first responders get 10% off for one member or 15% for two or more.

A detail worth knowing

Every package ends with what the site calls a complimentary graduation ceremony, including professional-grade photos and a personalized certificate. Wedding services are offered as a separate line of work.