Location: School-Based Program Site - Swallow Elementary School - Hartland, WI

Reports To: Head Coach/Site Leadership 

Schedule: Full-Time (Before & After School Programs, School Breaks, and Summer Programs) 

This position is a full time position that will offer 30-35 hours/week between the hours of 7AM-6PM Monday through Friday. Specific schedules will be discussed in the interview process.

Pay: $24/hour

Position Overview 

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children? As a Resilience Coach, you will help create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where students can build confidence, develop life skills, and thrive. 

This is an active, hands-on role that combines mentorship, enrichment, recreation, and academic support. We are looking for positive, energetic team members who enjoy working with school-age children and creating meaningful connections every day. 

Key Responsibilities 

Student Engagement & Support 

• Build positive relationships with students and create a welcoming environment. 
• Serve as a role model by promoting respect, responsibility, and resilience. 
• Support students through positive behavior guidance and conflict resolution. 
• Ensure student safety and well-being at all times. 

Program Delivery 

• Lead engaging enrichment, recreation, and team-building activities. 
• Facilitate homework help and academic support sessions. 
• Participate in games, fitness activities, and outdoor play. 
• Help students develop social-emotional and leadership skills. 

Program Operations 

• Assist with daily program setup and cleanup. 
• Support student check-in, attendance, and dismissal procedures. 
• Maintain an organized, safe, and positive learning environment. 
• Follow all company policies, licensing requirements, and safety procedures. 

Qualifications 

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• Experience working with children in schools, childcare programs, camps, recreation programs, or youth organizations preferred. 
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills. 
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. 
• Positive attitude, patience, and a genuine passion for youth development. 
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) preferred. 

State Requirements:

Candidates must be 21 years old or older and meet the following requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least 240 hours of experience as a school-age program leader, public or private school teacher, student teacher, coach, camp counselor, mentor in a community based organization, or equivalent experience in another approved setting

AND must have one of the following:

• Associate's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• The Registry Child Care Administrator Credential
• The Registry Afterschool & Youth Development Credential 
• Twelve credits in leadership, management, education, physical education, community health, child guidance, recreation, psychology, social work, or juvenile justice 
• A combination of 2 noncredit department approved courses in school-age care and 6 credits in leadership, management, education, physical education, community health, child guidance, recreation, psychology, social work, or juvenile justice 
• An educator license issued by the Wisconsin department of public instruction or the appropriate authority in another state to be a kindergarten, early childhood, middle school, or high school regular or special education teacher 

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to actively participate in indoor and outdoor activities. 
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout program hours. 
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally. 

Why Join Us? 

• Make a lasting impact in the lives of children. 
• Work in a fun, energetic, and supportive environment. 
• Gain valuable experience in youth development and education. 
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within the organization. 

Innovation Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required background screenings and licensing requirements.