Special Needs Swim Instructor

Aqua Tots Swim School - Aqua Tots Sterling Heights, LLC; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $22+/hour

Paid, hands-on training

Weekly pay

Flexible, part-time schedule

Weekend nights off

Bonuses

Indoor facility

Job summary

Aqua-Tots Swim School - Aqua Tots Sterling Heights, LLC is seeking a part-time, compassionate and patient swim instructor to join our SNAP (Special Needs Aquatics Program) for children with special needs. No prior swimming experience is required as we provide thorough training.

Ideal candidates include paraprofessionals, special education teachers, SLPs, or therapists seeking 5–10 hours per week. Enjoy a flexible SNAP-only schedule, weekly pay, and a starting rate of $22+ per hour while making a

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special needs.
• Patience and ability to create a safe, supportive environment.
• Willingness to follow safety guidelines and attend training.

Responsibilities

• Work exclusively with SNAP program children.
• Teach water safety and swimming skills in a supportive environment.
• Adapt lessons to meet each child's needs.
• Celebrate progress with families and build confidence.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Special needs exp

Education

Background in special education or related field

Job description

Are you looking for a FUN and REWARDING place to work where you can make a lasting impact while earning some additional income? Then look no further! Aqua-Tots Swim School is seeking a part-time, compassionate, and patient swim instructor to teach our SNAP (Special Needs Aquatics Program) swim lessons.

We are looking for individuals currently or formerly employed as paraprofessionals, special education teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational or behavioral therapists, or those in similar fields and/or educational backgrounds that are seeking some additional hours supporting children with special needs. Someone looking for 5-10 hours a week to use existing skills in a new fun way.

No prior swimming experience is required. Current or prior education or work in similar fields required/expected/needed. We will provide comprehensive training in our curriculum and equip you with the tools to adapt it to your existing strengths and expertise with special needs children.

Plus, with a starting pay of $22+/Hour, you can earn a competitive wage while doing what you love.

As a Special Needs Swim Instructor, you will:

• Work exclusively with children in our SNAP program.
• Teach water safety and swimming skills in a supportive, friendly environment.
• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of each child.
• Celebrate progress with families and help children build confidence in and around water.

Why join our team?

• $22/hour starting pay
• Paid, hands-on training
• No swim experience needed
• Weekly pay
• Flexible, part-time schedule (SNAP classes only)
• Weekend nights off
• Positive, inclusive team culture
• Bonuses $$$
• Indoor, year-round facility with 91 heated pool

Requirements:

• Experience working with children with special needs(school, therapy, or support setting)
• Patience, compassion, and the ability to create a safe, supportive environment
• Willingness to follow Aqua-Tots safety guidelines and attend training

A Little About Us

Aqua-Tots Swim School specializes in teaching children to swim from day one. Our SNAP program is designed specifically for children with special needs, providing individualized support so every child can feel safe and confident in the water.

If you're passionate about helping children thrive and want to be part of something meaningful, we'd love to have you on our team.

What does a swim instructor do?

As a Swim Instructor, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of our students every day. You will teach swimming lessons to children of all ages and skill levels, helping them build water safety skills, improve their swimming techniques, and gain confidence in a life skill they can carry with them forever.