Swim Instructor - Special Needs Program

British Swim School - South Orlando; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 19,286 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Flexible scheduling

Competitive hourly pay

Supportive team

Advancement opportunities

Impactful work

Job summary

British Swim School is seeking a compassionate Swim Instructor for our Special Needs Program. No previous teaching experience is required—paid training is provided.

You will work with children and adults with diverse abilities to build water survival skills in a fun, safe environment while fostering confidence. You will deliver individualized lessons, create an inclusive learning space, and communicate progress to parents and caregivers.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working in water, able to assist swimmers of varying abilities.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons using the British Swim School curriculum.
• Provide individualized instruction for swimmers with disabilities.
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Communicate progress with parents and caregivers.
• Prioritize safety while keeping lessons engaging.
• Collaborate with management and fellow instructors.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Reliability

Empathy

Energetic

Job description

Swim Instructor – Special Needs Program

Make a Difference. Teach Lifesaving Skills. Change Lives.

British Swim School is looking for a compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic Swim Instructor to work with children and adults with special needs. Our mission is to teach water survival skills in a fun, safe, and supportive environment while helping every swimmer build confidence and independence.

No previous swim teaching experience is required—we provide comprehensive paid training!

What You'll Do

• Teach swim lessons using the British Swim School curriculum.
• Provide individualized instruction for swimmers with a variety of physical, developmental, and cognitive disabilities.
• Create a positive, encouraging, and inclusive learning environment.
• Communicate swimmer progress with parents and caregivers.
• Prioritize safety while making lessons engaging and rewarding.
• Work closely with management and fellow instructors to support each swimmer's success.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is

• Patient, kind, and encouraging
• Passionate about helping others succeed
• Comfortable working with children and adults with diverse abilities
• Reliable, professional, and dependable
• Energetic and enjoys being in the water
• An excellent communicator with both swimmers and families

Qualifications

• Comfortable working in the water
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Reliable transportation

Not Required But a Plus

• Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certifications (training opportunities available)
• Previous experience in education, therapy, childcare, special education, ABA, nursing, occupational therapy, speech therapy, or recreation is helpful but not required

We Offer

• Paid training with no prior swim instructor experience required
• Flexible scheduling
• Competitive hourly pay
• A supportive team environment
• Opportunities for advancementThe chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of swimmers and their families

If you're looking for a rewarding job where every lesson helps build confidence, independence, and lifesaving skills, we'd love to meet you!

Compensation: $14.00 - $17.00 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.