Special Needs Swim Instructor – Golden Learners Program

Job overview

The Special Needs Swim Instructor – Golden Learners Program role is onsite in Birmingham, AL, with compensation of $14.25–$15.50 per hour. The instructor supports Goldfish Swim School’s mission to help every child become a confident, lifelong swimmer in a safe and supportive environment. The instructor provides individualized swim lessons for children ages 4 months to 12 years, adapting instruction to physical, cognitive, emotional, and sensory needs. The role contributes to student safety and progress through structured lessons, communication with families, and careful attention to the pool environment.

What you'll do

• Teach using the Goldfish Swim School curriculum and adapt lessons to individual needs
• work one-on-one or in small groups
• support sensory, behavioral, and physical differences with patience and structure
• maintain a safe and encouraging learning environment
• track student progress and communicate with parents or guardians
• inspect pool areas
• maintain pool equipment
• perform light cleaning as needed
• attend required training and in-service meetings.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special needs swim instructor

golden learners program

birmingham al

goldfish swim school

part-time

$14.25–$15.50/hr

adaptive swim instruction

children

individualized lessons

student safety

special needs experience

paid training

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) and matching
• dental, health, and vision insurance
• free uniforms
• training and development
• paid specialized adaptive swim instruction training
• weekly pay
• consistent set schedules
• career growth opportunities.

Why this role

Prior professional or structured volunteer experience working with children with special needs is required. Swim instruction, aquatic therapy, adaptive sports, and related education or therapy backgrounds are preferred. CPR, First Aid, or lifeguard certification is preferred, or candidates may be willing to obtain it.

About the employer

Goldfish Swim School - Hoover is hiring for this role. Industry: Sports and Recreation Instruction. Sector: 61.