Adaptive Aquatics Swim Instructor

British Swim School - South Orlando; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement

Training

Company events

Competitive pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

British Swim School is seeking a part-time Special Needs Swim Instructor to teach water safety with a gentle, play-based approach. You’ll adapt lessons for neurodiverse students, create an inclusive environment, and partner with families to track progress.

Training is provided, and the role emphasizes safety, patience, and a love of helping children learn to swim. Opportunities exist for advancement while working evenings and weekends at our Mechanicsburg, Camp Hill, and Harrisburg locations.

Qualifications

• Experience in adaptive aquatics, special education, ABA principles, or related fields.
• Calm, joyful, and patient personality.
• Comfortable in and around water; training provided.
• Interest in neurodiverse and differently-abled people.
• Reliable and able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim and water safety to children and adults using our gentle, play-based curriculum.
• Adapt lessons to meet needs of students with autism, sensory sensitivities, anxiety, or other unique needs.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive environment for all swimmers and families.
• Support students through positive reinforcement, patience, and encouragement.
• Communicate with parents and caregivers about progress and strategies.
• Work in the water for the full duration of your shift.

Job description

Benefits

• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts

Make a Difference as a Swim Instructor at British Swim School – With a Focus on Adaptive Aquatics!

A role with British Swim School is more than just a job—it’s your chance to grow, teach, and change lives through water safety and swim instruction. We’re on a mission to ensure the "survival of the littlest" by teaching swimming skills in a fun, gentle, and effective way—tailored to every child’s unique needs and abilities.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay – starting at $17–$21 per hour, based on experience, plus potential bonuses
• Paid Training – No swim instructor experience? No problem! We’ll train you in our proven methods
• Birthday Off—With Pay! – Because you deserve to celebrate YOU
• Opportunities for Advancement – We love to promote from within
• Consistent, Part-Time Hours – Evenings & weekends (9–25 hours per week)
• Fun, Active Work Environment – You’ll be in the water, making a real impact
• Work at Any of Our 3 Locations – Shifts available in Mechanicsburg, Camp Hill, and Harrisburg

What You’ll Do as a Special Needs Swim Instructor

• Teach swim and water safety lessons to children and adults using our gentle, play-based curriculum
• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students with autism, sensory sensitivities, anxiety, or other unique needs
• Create a welcoming, inclusive environment for all swimmers and families
• Support students through positive reinforcement, patience, and encouragement
• Communicate with parents and caregivers about student progress and strategies
• Work in the water for the full duration of your shift

Who We're Looking For

• Paraprofessionals & Classroom Aides – You support all learners and celebrate small wins
• Special Education Teachers & Behavioral Therapists – You already tailor instruction to the individual
• Camp Inclusion Counselors – You create welcoming environments and know how to adapt on the fly
• Occupational or PT Students – You understand movement, communication, and development
• Babysitters & Caregivers – You keep kids safe and engaged, even in high-sensory situations
• Swim Instructors & Lifeguards with a heart for inclusion – You’re already comfortable in the water and want to do more

What You Need To Succeed

• Experience in adaptive aquatics, special education, ABA principles, therapy, or special education is preferred
• A calm, joyful, and patient personality – All kids deserve your steady energy
• Comfortable in and around water – We’ll train you in instruction
• An understanding of, or interest in, working with neurodiverse and differently-abled people
• Reliability and teamwork – We support each other, and the mission
• High school diploma (or in progress) – No degree required
• Able to be on your feet in the pool for 4 hours and occasionally assist in lifting children

About Us

British Swim School is a mission-driven organization committed to saving lives through survival-focused swim lessons. Our adaptive aquatics programming helps ensure every child, regardless of ability, has access to life-saving water skills. As a swim instructor, you’ll help make this a reality—one small swimmer at a time.

If you’re ready to make waves and change lives, and jump into a role that truly matters!

Compensación: $17.00 - $21.00 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.