ASD Swim Instructor

Benefits:Competitive salaryFlexible scheduleOpportunity for advancementBritish Swim School is a survival swim school dedicated to teaching infants, children, and individuals of all abilities life-saving water safety skills. Our mission is to build confidence, independence, and survival competence in and around the water. We specialize in survival instruction and are passionate about serving neurodivergent swimmers, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death for children, and children with ASD are at increased risk due to wandering tendencies and attraction to water. Your role will directly equip families with life-saving skills and provide peace of mind.Position OverviewWe are seeking a compassionate, patient, and highly attentive ASD Swim Instructor to provide one-on-one survival swim lessons to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related sensory or developmental differences. This role requires adaptability, emotional intelligence, and a commitment to creating a safe and supportive learning environment.The ideal candidate understands sensory processing differences, communication variations, and behavioral regulation strategies, and can tailor swim instruction to meet each swimmer's unique needs.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide individualized survival swim instruction to swimmers with ASDTeach essential water survival skills including breath control, floating, rolling, and self-rescue techniquesAdapt teaching methods to support sensory sensitivities and communication stylesCollaborate with parents to support consistency and progressMaintain a calm, structured, and positive learning environmentDocument swimmer progress and provide feedbackEnsure the highest level of safety standards at all times QualificationsExperience working with children with Autism Spectrum DisorderBackground in special education, ABA, occupational therapy, speech therapy, or related field (preferred)Strong communication skills with both children and parentsPatient, energetic, and dependablePreferred SkillsExperience with sensory integration strategiesUnderstanding of visual supports, social stories, or alternative communication methodsAbility to remain calm and regulated in high-stress situationsEach 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.