Adaptive Swim Instructor - Special Needs/Autism

Swim Instructor for Low Sensory Hours

5 Cities Swim School, Arroyo Grande

Job Summary: We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate instructor who can provide personalized, 1-on-1 swim lessons during our dedicated low sensory hours, focusing on water safety and individual development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide low sensory swim lessons specifically designed for children with autism, special needs, and developmental differences.
• Prioritize water safety in every lesson, teaching essential skills such as floating, treading water, safe entry and exit from the pool, and responding to emergency situations (if and when appropriate).
• Work closely with families to understand each child's specific needs, goals, and sensory preferences, ensuring that water safety is a top priority in all activities.
• Use positive reinforcement and adaptive techniques to encourage skill development and enjoyment.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with children with autism, special needs, or developmental challenges is highly preferred.
• No requirement for swim lesson experience. We will train on our curriculum and water safety focus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with children and families.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine enthusiasm for helping children succeed.

Compensation and Shift:

• Pay starts at $24 per hour, with opportunities for increases based on experience and performance.
• Low Sensory Hours are held on Sunday afternoons from 1:15pm-4:15pm.
• Shifts are a total of 3 hours 20 minutes per week.
• Because instructor/child trust is a core part of our Low Sensory Program, the ability to reliably attend your shift and build trust with your students is very important.
• Availability to teach during other shifts during the week is available and encouraged, but will not be a deciding factor in hiring.

Additional Requirements:

• Background check clearance.
• Willingness to undergo additional training in low sensory and adaptive swim instruction.

If interested, please provide your resume and references.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $24.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends only

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $35