Special Needs Swim Instructor
Cudahy
Special Needs Swim Instructor
Part Time • Cudahy
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This is more than a typical swim instructor job.
British Swim School is looking for dependable, compassionate individuals to join our Adaptive Swim Program at our Cudahy location.
What does “adaptive” mean?
Our adaptive program provides individualized swim and water-safety instruction for children who may have autism, developmental or physical disabilities, sensory needs, communication differences, or other needs that make a traditional swim lesson challenging.
Every swimmer is different—and every success looks different.
One swimmer may be learning to comfortably enter the water. Another may be working on rolling to their back and floating independently. Another may be ready to develop traditional swim strokes.
Our goal is always the same: help each swimmer become safer and more independent in the water.
Who We're Looking For
We are especially interested in applicants with experience in areas such as:
- Autism or developmental disability services
- Special education
- ABA therapy or behavioral support
- Occupational or physical therapy
- Recreational therapy
- Respite or caregiving
- Special needs childcare
- Psychology, education, social work, or related fields
- Swim instruction or aquatics
You do NOT need to be an experienced swim instructor to apply.
We can teach you our swim curriculum and instructional methods. We're looking for people who already bring the qualities that are harder to teach: patience, compassion, reliability, adaptability, and a genuine desire to connect with their swimmers.
What You'll Do
As an Adaptive Swim Instructor, you will:
- Provide individualized swim and water-safety instruction
- Work one-on-one or in small instructional settings
- Adapt how skills are taught to meet each swimmer's needs
- Use tools such as visual cues, predictable routines, simple language and task breakdown
- Provide appropriate physical support in the water
- Work with swimmers who may be nonverbal or communicate differently
- Help swimmers build confidence, independence and lifesaving water-safety skills
- Celebrate progress—even when progress happens one small step at a time
Consistency Matters
For many of our adaptive swimmers, building trust and maintaining a predictable routine are incredibly important.
That means we need instructors who will show up.
We're looking for people who can commit to a consistent evening and/or weekend schedule and become a familiar, trusted person for their swimmers.
If you're looking for an occasional job with a constantly changing schedule, this probably isn't the right fit.
If you want to build relationships with your swimmers and watch their skills grow week after week, it might be exactly the right fit.
Current openings are primarily:
- Weekday evenings
- Weekends
Consistent weekly availability is strongly preferred.
Pay
$22.00/hour starting pay
Opportunities for growth may be available based on experience, performance, training and additional responsibilities.
The Best Part of This Job
Sometimes the biggest victory isn't swimming across the pool.
It's a child putting their face in the water for the first time.
It's a swimmer learning how to find the wall.
It's independently rolling onto their back.
It's a parent realizing their child is becoming safer around water.
Those moments matter.
If you're patient, dependable, coachable and want a part-time job where the work you do can have a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and tell us about your experience working with children or individuals who need additional support.
Compensation: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Working at British Swim School is more than just a job; it’s a chance to create a lasting impact that could change a child's life.
As part of the British Swim School Team, you play a role in your local community, empowering others and sharing your passion. It’s a chance to be part of a fun-loving team of dedicated people who are committed to promoting water safety and a lifelong love of the water.
While we teach swimming to people of all ages and abilities, most of our students are preschool and elementary-aged kids. Our instructors should like working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable. It's helpful if you have experience with children or in a child-focused job, but it's not required if you can show the right attitude. The job comes with specialized training in our advanced and unique British Swim School approach.
We also have exciting opportunities with our Customer Service Team, even if you're not in the pool. These are the people committed to providing the best service in the industry. In these roles, you might talk to parents on the phone or by the pool. Wherever you are, the aim is to make everyone feel like part of the British Swim School Family as we focus on ensuring the “Survival of the Littlest.”
Each franchise location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee (franchise owner). Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to British Swim School Corporate.
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Safe & happy work environment
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Flexible work schedules and hours
Making this a great role for students, parents, and anyone with a busy lifestyle!
A rewarding job with competitive pay
All while making a true difference in your community!
Opportunities for professional growth and development
We believe in investing in our team member's skills and knowledge, providing a pathway for career advancement and personal success.