Special Needs Swim Lessons in Chester County

Emma W.

West Bradford Township, PA 19335

Sunsational Certified Since 2018

Hi, my name is Emma Ward and I've been teaching swim lessons for 3 years with ages 6 months - adults. I've also worked with children for 5 years as a camp counselor. I am a sophomore at Messiah College starting Art Education. I love teaching and I love swimming. I have been competitively swimming since I have been a little girl. I think it is important to be a swim instructor so kids can learn how to safely swim!

Caroline S.

Downingtown, Pennsylvania 19335-3440

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi! My name is Caroline Shannon, and I am about to start my junior year at West Chester University where I am studying Media and Culture. I currently work as a swim team coach for the same team I grew up swimming competitively for at ACAC in West Chester. I have experience working with children of all ages through my time working for The Learning Experience, Kids First Swim School, and ACAC. I hope to instill the same love for the water that I have in all the kids I work with!

Aditya C.

Chester Springs, Pennsylvania 19425

Certification N/A

Hello! My name is Aditya Chavan, and my passion for swimming started at Boy Scouts summer camp, and I have loved it ever since! I have been swim instructing since February 2023, and I have had more than 4 years of teaching/tutoring experience. I will help my swimmers learn and grow while also having lots of fun! I have experience instructing ages 4 and up, including those with special needs!

Indigo W.

West Chester, Pennsylvania 19383

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi, my name is Indigo! I have been teaching swim lessons since February 2022 with ages 1 to 15, but I have also worked a little with infants and adults. I have been working with children since September 2018 as a nanny, substitute paraprofessional, and working with children with autism and special needs. I go to West Chester University and am working towards my bachelor's degree in psychology. I have always loved the water and love kids, so teaching swim lessons is a joy to me.

Jennifer H.

Chester, PA 19382

Sunsational Certified Since 2016

Hi, my name is Jenn, and I've been teaching swim lessons over 4 years with ages 1 to 60 years old. I have worked with children as a babysitter, assistant teacher, outdoor facilitator, and tutor. I went to Delaware County Community College for Associates degree in Early Childhood Education (2010), and Gallaudet University for Bachelor degree in Recreation (2014). I enjoy teaching swimming because the water feels good, and it is fun. I love working with individuals with special needs.

Finn H.

Paoli, Pennsylvania 19301

Certification N/A

Hi, Im Finn! Swimming has been a huge part of my life for as long as I can rememberIve been a competitive swimmer for 16 years, and that passion naturally led me into lifeguarding and teaching. Ive spent the last 6 years lifeguarding and the past 4 years teaching swim lessons, and I genuinely love helping people feel confident and safe in the water. Ive worked with all ages, from toddlers taking their very first strokes to adults conquering their fear of swimming. My teaching style is patient, upbeat, and tailored to each swimmers needs. I focus on building trust and making lessons both effective and enjoyablewhether were working on water safety or fine-tuning technique.

Carson C.

null, Pennsylvania 19342

Certification N/A

I am 24 years old and love the water! Since I was 15, I have taught swim lessons for ages as young as 2.5 years old and up to 18 years old. For the past 4 years, I have taken over as the head dive team coach at Hidden Hollow Swim Club. I love encouraging athletes to have fun learning new skills safely. I specialize in teaching diving, water safety, freestyle skills, and treading water. I look forward to working with you!

Jeffery S.

Pottstown, Pennsylvania 19465

Certification N/A

Hey! Im Jeffery! With six years of experience teaching swim lessons, Im passionate about helping swimmers of all ages and skill levels gain confidence in the water. As a Red Cross-certified instructor with CPR certification, I prioritize safety while making lessons engaging and effective. Whether you're a beginner learning the basics or looking to refine your technique, Im here to help you reach your goals in a supportive and fun environment since February 2019.

Emma L.

Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania 19060

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hi, my name is Emma Lunn! I swam for the University of Miami for the past 2 years and am transferring this fall to continue swimming and study biology at Emory University. I have been swimming since May 2008 and started competing when I was 5 years old. I am lifeguard certified and have worked with kids ranging from 5 years old to high school swimmers. I love sharing my love for the water and for swimming!

Darlene S.

Royersford, Pennsylvania 19468

Sunsational Certified Since 2023

Hi! My name is Darlene Smith. I have experience teaching infants, toddlers, and children of all ages. I hold a Bachelors degree in Elementary and Special Education, as well as a Masters degree in Education. I have worked extensively with children who have disabilities and those who are fearful of the water. My goal is to teach individuals of all ages how to be safe in and around the pool.

Aidan R.

Reading, Pennsylvania 19606

Certification N/A

Hello! My name is Aidan Rutherford. I was on the swim and dive team for 15 years; I also played water polo for 4 years. After my last year on the swim team, I decided I wanted to teach kids how to swim. I have been teaching swimming lessons since February 2021. I started off at our local pool, and I now work for the British Swim School. I have worked there for about 3 months now, and I have loved every second of it. I have now been accepted to teach at Sunsational Swim School.

Andreia O.

Aston, PA 19014

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

ÔÇïI take swimming very seriously, not only is it a hobby of mine, but when I was younger I used to compete as well. When I work with children my main focus is teaching them to feel comfortable in and around water, along with water safety. As for adult students, I focus on their skills and how to improve them and the goals that we set together. I am an Early Childhood Education Major and I have had the opportunity to work with children in many different environments.

Kalrissian W.

Claymont, Delaware 19703

Certification N/A

Hi, I look forward to teaching you and or/your children! I am proficient in all swim strokes, and I am able to teach different techniques, but my main focus is water safety. I used to be on a swim team as a kid, but after that, I decided to stay active by lap swimming and teaching students to swim. I have over 4 years of experience working with students ages 4 months through adults. I can't wait to meet you!

Stacey S.

Newark, Delaware 19711

Sunsational Certified Since 2024

Hello! My Name is Stacey I am 19 years old college student and I have been working in the Aquatics field for 2 years now. Ive worked primarily as a Swim Instructor for the Western YMCA for 3 summers now(which is also my first job). I have taught all age groups and levels from infant to senior and from basic acclimation to competition. I am also a coach for a summer swim league team and the Y. In my spare time, I usually play music, read, game, or do nights out (or in) with friends. (Fun fact when I was in High-school I joined the swim team to learn how to swim. Lets just say there was a LOT of learning to do. Lol)

Julie B.

Media, PA 19063

Sunsational Certified Since 2017

Hi, my name is Julie! I taught swim lessons for 7 years and was a lifeguard for 6 years. I also swam competitively for 14 years! I`m now a speech language pathologist working with students aged 5-8, which I`ve been doing for 4 years. I earned my bachelors and masters degrees in speech pathology from La Salle University and now I`m getting a second masters degree in special education from Penn State. I have a passion for teaching and a love for swimming and I can`t wait to share that with you!

Kathryn D.

Wayne, PA 19087

Sunsational Certified Since 2019

Hi, my name is Kathryn and I've been teaching swim lessons for six years with ages 2 to 14. I've also worked with children for 10 years as a babysitter, camp counselor, lifeguard, tutor, coach and health instructor. I went to Clemson University and earned a degree in Health Science in December of 2017 and I am now in Physician Assistant School at Temple. My favorite part about swimming my students looks when they master a new goal.

Gia C.

Newark, Delaware 19713

Certification N/A

Hello! My name is Gia. I currently work as a supervisor and swim instructor at another institution. I have loved swimming since I was a kid. I swam competitively during my freshman year and a little bit of my sophomore year of high school. Even to this day, I remember who taught me how to swim, and I enjoy teaching others and being that person to make swimming fun and memorable for your kids as well!

Emi B.

Wallingford, Pennsylvania 19086

Certification N/A

Hi! Im Emi, and Im from Media, PA. I have been competitively swimming since January 2014 and have been working with children since February 2016. This will be my third season as a swim instructor and my first as a Sunsational partner. I recently graduated from Skidmore College with a BA in Neuroscience and Psychology (along with a minor in Education), and I love incorporating research-backed teaching methods into my lessons. Im comfortable working with swimmers of all ages and skill levels. Im looking forward to working with you!

Jeanne H.

Brookhaven, Pennsylvania 19015

Certification N/A

Special Education teacher of 40 years with 10 years of swim instruction and coaching experience at a local swim club.