Adaptive Swim Instructor

Adaptive Swim Instructor La Mesa, CA Job Details Part-time $27 - $30 an hour 15 hours ago Qualifications School experience Working with individuals with disabilities Swimming Working with children Safe environment creation Working with students with special education needs Entry level Under 1 year Full Job Description Are you looking for a FUN and

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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 (Students Needing Adaptive Programing) swim lessons. This role is perfect for paraprofessionals, special education teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational or behavioral therapists , or anyone with experience supporting children with adaptive needs who are looking for a part-time (5-10 hours a week) opportunity to use their existing skills in a new and fun way. No prior swimming experience is required. 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. Please only apply if you are comfortable working weekends, as we are specifically looking for someone available to work either a Saturday or Sunday shift from 3-8 PM. This position requires a dedicated, responsible individual-consistency is essential when working with children with Adaptive needs. Plus, with a starting pay of $27 - $30 an 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? $ $27 - $30 an hour starting pay Paid, hands-on training No swim experience needed Weekly pay Part-time schedule (SNAP classes only) Positive, inclusive team culture Indoor, year-round facility with 91 heated pool

Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age Patience, compassion, and the ability to create a safe, supportive environment Experience working with children with adaptive needs (school, therapy, or support setting) Willingness to follow Aqua-Tots safety guidelines and attend training. Ability to lift 50+ lbs. 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 adaptive 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. Apply today and make a splash in a child's life! No seasonal hires please!