Adaptive Swim Instructor for Kids with Autism

Dubai Autism Center; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubai Autism Center in Dubai, UAE is seeking a qualified swimming teacher to deliver safe, structured, and individualized swimming instruction to children with autism and developmental needs.

You will conduct lessons tailored to each child, ensure safety during sessions, document progress, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team and parents. The position requires strong swimming skills, CPR/First Aid, and experience adapting teaching methods to diverse abilities.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 2 Swimming Teacher certification or equivalent.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Lifeguard or aquatic safety qualification preferred.
• 2+ years of swimming teaching experience, especially with children.

Responsibilities

• Conduct swimming lessons tailored to each child's abilities and needs.
• Ensure safety and supervision of all students during sessions.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate swimming activities.
• Use positive reinforcement and adapted teaching strategies.
• Monitor and document students' swimming progress.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team and communicate with parents.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and pool safety procedures.

Skills

Swimming instruction

Water safety

Autism/Developmental needs

Communication with parents

Education

Level 2 Swimming Teacher certification

CPR and First Aid certification

Lifeguard or aquatic safety qualification

Job description

Dubai Autism Center in Dubai, UAE is seeking a qualified swimming teacher to deliver safe, structured, and individualized swimming instruction to children with autism and developmental needs.

You will conduct lessons tailored to each child, ensure safety during sessions, document progress, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team and parents. The position requires strong swimming skills, CPR/First Aid, and experience adapting teaching methods to diverse abilities.