Athletic Trainer/ Tech Apps Teacher-WJH

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of the athletic training program for

student athletes primarily at the junior high level with assistance at the high school when

needed. Work under the advice and consent of Head Athletic Trainer and team physician

to carry out activities in the following areas: prevention, evaluation, emergency

treatment, physical reconditioning, and rehabilitation of injuries.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification

Bachelor’s degree - CAATE Accredited Program Preferred

Valid license from Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers

BOC Certified – Preferred

CPR, First Aid, and AED certification

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to provide injury prevention and rehabilitation services

Ability to provide emergency care

Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and ability to treat student athletes

Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

1+ years preferred (although new graduates are encouraged to apply)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Athletic Trainer

Illness/Injury Prevention

1. Plan and implement a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention program

for student athletes.

2. Attend practice sessions and athletic contests as assigned by athletic director.

3. Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical and

paramedical personnel, coaches, and other staff.

4. Provide physical conditioning training to student athletes.

5. Fit injured athletes with specialized equipment and oversee its use.

6. Prepare athletes for games and practices by conducting evaluations and using tape,

wraps, splints, braces, and other protective devices as needed.

7. Identify acute injuries and provide first-aid triage.

8. Detect and resolve environmental risks to athletes.

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9. Evaluate injured athletics returning from middle school of high school out of town

games.

10. Maintain good standing with Texas Dept. Health and NATA.

Rehabilitation/Reconditioning

12. Plan and put in place a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program

for injuries and illnesses sustained by student athletes.

13. Determine therapeutic modalities and instruct athletes on proper use of exercise

equipment.

14. Apply therapeutic modalities and instruct athletes on proper use of exercise

equipment.

15. Evaluate and record rehabilitation progress of athletes. Develop criteria for

progression and return to competition.

16. Follow professional, ethical, and legal parameters regarding use of drugs and

therapeutic agents for treatment and rehabilitation of injured athletes.

Administration

17. Coordinate scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screening.

18. Select, train, and supervise student assistants.

19. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents including

medical, accident, and treatment records as required.

20. Maintain an inventory of training supplies and equipment. Requisition additional

supplies as needed.

Other

21. Attendance is an essential job function.

22. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: TECH APPS TEACHER

23. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s

curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.

24. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.

25. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency,

board policies, and administrative regulations.

26. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and

equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

27. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional

activities.

28. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for

special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans

(IEP).

29. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and

methods according to district requirements.

30. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

31. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.

32. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal

testing.

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33. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student

handbook.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES

Supervise the work of student athletic trainer assistants and para-professionals in the

classroom

EQUIPMENT USED

Exercise equipment and devices including stationary bikes, pulleys, weights, whirlpool,

paraffin bath, ultrasound equipment, and cold packs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress; high stress and fast-paced.

Continual walking and standing; moderate lifting and carrying; stooping, bending,

kneeling, and reaching. Work outside lifting and carrying; stooping, bending, kneeling,

and reaching. Work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather) and

inside. Exposed to biological hazards, bacteria and communicable diseases. Frequent

district wide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.