Future Opening: Special Needs Swim Instructor

British Swim School of Northwest Detroit; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Rejoignez British Swim School en tant qu'instructeur de natation et faites une différence dans la vie des enfants. Vous serez formé pour enseigner des cours de natation destinés aux enfants et adultes, y compris ceux avec des besoins spéciaux. De plus, vous bénéficierez d'un environnement de travail actif et amusant où vous pourrez renforcer votre carrière avec des possibilités d'avancement.

Benefits

Essai de formation payée

Journée d'anniversaire payée

Possibilités d'avancement

Qualifications

• Calme, joyeux(se) et patient(e) dans l'enseignement.
• Connaissance ou intérêt pour le travail avec des enfants ayant des besoins spécifiques.
• Capacité à travailler dans l'eau pendant 4 heures.

Responsibilities

• Enseigner des leçons de natation et de sécurité aquatique aux enfants et adultes.
• Adapter les leçons aux besoins des élèves ayant des besoins uniques.
• Communiquer avec les parents sur les progrès des élèves.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Communication

Education

High school diploma (or in progress)

Job description

Replies within 24 hours

• Opportunity for advancement

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 $16–$18 per hour, based on experience, plus potential bonuses
• Paid Training – No adaptive aquatics 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
• 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

You’ll teach a combination of our core swim lessons and adaptive aquatics classes, depending on your experience and schedule. Our instructors help students of all ages and abilities learn to swim, build confidence, and stay safe in and around the water.

️ 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

If you're patient, compassionate, and excited about working with a diverse range of students, this role is a great fit. You’ll teach both typical and adaptive classes, and we’ll train you in everything you need to know!

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

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 children
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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
️ Bonus points if you have: Experience in special education, ABA, therapy, or relevant certifications (not required)

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, apply today and jump into a role that truly matters!

Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 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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Our mission is “To ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer.”

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Consistent schedules with evening and weekend 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.

I worked at British Swim School for two years while I was in college. I loved my time at BSS. I loved my coworkers, managers and the owners. The students were great and I definitely had a lot of personal growth at this company.