Performance Coach

Performance Coach

Brain Balance Center – Bloomington / Normal, Illinois

Be a part of a life-changing program! Brain Balance is an evidence-based program that helps children, teens, and adults strengthen the brain’s ability to learn, regulate emotions, and manage behavior. We believe the brain is central to every part of human experience—how we think, move, interact, and respond to the world around us. When areas of the brain develop unevenly or inefficiently, individuals may struggle with attention, behavior, academics, or emotional regulation.The Brain Balance Program® uses the power of neuroplasticity—how the brain forms new connections—to build stronger, more efficient pathways. This leads to improvements in attention, focus, mood, sensory processing, and overall self-control.Our approach is grounded in extensive research and validated by published studies, along with positive outcomes consistently reported by parents, educators, and clinicians. To learn more about our mission and evidence base, visit BrainBalance.com.Individuals interested in our mission are invited to consider the role of a Lead Performance CoachPosition OverviewThe Performance Coach is a hands-on coaching role focused on delivering high-quality Brain Balance program sessions while helping create a positive, energetic, and consistent experience for clients within the center.

The Performance Coach spends the majority of their time actively coaching clients through sensory, motor, and cognitive activities while helping maintain a supportive and engaging coaching environment. This role serves as an experienced member of the coaching team and helps support the Program Coordinator.

The ideal candidate is energetic, dependable, and passionate about helping our clients succeed. Strong communication skills, professionalism, positivity, and the ability to motivate clients in a structured environment are essential for success in this role.

At Brain Balance, we provide full on-the-job training, opportunities for professional growth, a positive team culture, and the ability to make a meaningful impact every day.

ResponsibilitiesPerformance Coach responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Guide clients through Brain Balance sensory, motor, and cognitive activity circuits while following program protocolsDeliver program sessions with consistency, positivity, energy, and attention to detailBuild positive relationships with clients while maintaining structure and engagement during sessionsRecord client performance and activity data accurately during sessions in our online client management system Utilize Brain Balance behavior management and redirection techniquesHelp maintain a positive, organized, and encouraging program environmentServe as a positive example for coaching staff through professionalism, teamwork, and reliability

Help reinforce consistency and energy across coaching sessionsCommunicate effectively with leadership regarding client or coaching support needsFoster a fun, motivating, and supportive atmosphere for clients and families

Successful Lead Performance Coaches Typically PossessStrong communication and interpersonal skillsA positive, energetic, and dependable attitudeThe ability to engage and motivate clientsStrong attention to detail and ability to follow structured protocolsConfidence managing behaviors and redirecting clients appropriatelyLeadership qualities demonstrated through reliability, initiative, and teamworkThe ability to remain focused and effective in a fast-paced environmentA passion for helping clients and families succeed

Preferred QualificationsBachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a related field preferredPrevious experience working with children, coaching, teaching, mentoring, fitness, therapy, or behavioral support is preferred

Physical DemandsThis position requires walking, standing, bending, stooping, stretching, jumping, and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.

Scheduling & CompensationHours Variable depending on centers schedulingpart-time position ranging from 10-20 Hours per week with the potential to increase depending on center needs. Competitive hourly compensation ($16.00 per hour) Opportunities for continued professional growth within the organization

If you are looking for meaningful and rewarding work within a fast-paced, positive, and mission-driven environment, we encourage you to apply and join the Brain Balance team.