Benefits:
Employee discounts
Opportunity for advancement
Flexible schedule
Free uniforms
Job title: Swim Instructor (Neuroinclusive Programs) Company: Solar Swim & Gym Location: Antioch, CA
Job type: Part-time (3–25 hrs/week) + growth to more hours
Schedule: After school, evenings, weekends (flexible blocks)
About Solar Swim & Gym
Solar Swim & Gym is a community-centered swim + fitness facility serving kids, teens, and adults. We’re also building a neuroinclusive coaching environment—clear routines, calm communication, and strength-based support—so athletes with ADHD, autism, sensory differences, anxiety, and other learning profiles can thrive.
We’re hiring for (choose your lane)
Swim Instructors / Swim Coaches (learn-to-swim, stroke development, small groups, private lessons)
What you’ll do
Coach safe, fun, structured sessions using predictable routines and clear expectations
Use simple, supportive communication (visual cues, short instructions, consistent transitions)
Adjust on the fly for sensory needs (noise, lighting, waiting time, touch/spotting preferences) while keeping the group moving
Reinforce progress with strengths-based feedback and calm redirection
Communicate with parents/guardians about goals, wins, and next steps
Set up/clean up your area; follow safety + incident procedures
You’re a fit if you
Have coaching/teaching experience and enjoy working with kids and families
Are reliable, calm under pressure, and comfortable leading groups
Can follow a lesson plan and adapt for different learning styles
Believe great coaching includes accessibility, patience, and dignity
Preferred (not required)
Experience with neurodivergent athletes, adaptive recreation, special education, ABA-informed coaching, OT/PT settings, or behavioral support
Swim: WSI, lifeguard, competitive swim background
CPR/AED/First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
We offer
Paid training + curriculum support (including sensory-aware routines and behavior-support basics)
Consistent schedules available
Growth path to Lead Coach / Program Lead (Neuroinclusive Programs)
Free/discounted facility perks