Swimming Teacher

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

DAC SWIMMING TEACHER

Dubai Autism Center is seeking a qualified and dedicated swimming teacher to join our team and provide safe, structured, and individualized swimming instruction to children with autism and developmental needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct swimming lessons tailored to each child's abilities and individual needs.
• Ensure the safety and proper supervision of all students during swimming 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 effectively with parents.
• Ensure compliance with DAC's safeguarding and pool safety procedures.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Recognized Swimming Teacher/Instructor certification (Level 2 or equivalent).
• Valid CPR and First Aid certification.
• Valid lifeguard or recognized aquatic safety qualification, as required.
• Minimum of 2 years of swimming teaching experience, preferably with children.
• Experience working with children with autism or developmental disabilities is strongly preferred.
• Strong swimming proficiency and demonstrated water safety skills.
• Patience, professionalism, and the ability to adapt teaching methods to individual needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification or training in adaptive swimming or swimming instruction for individuals with disabilities.
• Educational background in Physical Education, Education, or a related field.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.

Location:

Dubai Autism Center, Dubai, UAE