Athletic Trainer (2026-2027)

SUMMARY:

Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of the athletic training program for student athletes. Provide athletic training in the form of health care that includes principles and methods for managing and treating athletic injuries for student athletes in good general health. The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein, however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

• Model KISD core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties effectively and efficiently for the purpose of supporting and contributing to high student achievement.
• Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams and participate in cross-functional work groups.
• Maintain a commitment to the District mission; model District expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Plan and implement a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention program for student athletes.
• Provide physical conditioning training to student athletes.
• Attend practice sessions and athletic contests and prepare athletes using protective techniques and devices as needed.
• Provide emergency or continued care and refer athletes to physician for definitive diagnosis and treatment.
• Detect and resolve risks to athletes and determine continued participation in athletic events.
• Develop and establish specific procedures to be carried out in the event of a medical emergency.
• Provide health care information and counsel and instruct student athletes on subject matter related to athletic training.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical and paramedical personnel, coaches, and other staff.

Rehabilitation/Reconditioning:

• Plan and implement a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program for injuries and illnesses sustained by student athletes.
• Determine therapeutic goals and objectives for individual athletes, apply therapeutic modalities, and instruct athletes on proper use of exercise equipment.
• Fit injured athletes with specialized equipment and oversee its use.
• Evaluate and record rehabilitation progress of athletes. Develop criteria for progression and return to practice and competition.
• Follow and enforce professional, ethical, and legal parameters regarding use of drugs and therapeutic agents for treatment and rehabilitation of injured athletes.

Administration:

• Coordinate scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screening.
• Select, train, and supervise student trainers.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents including medical, accident, and treatment records as required.
• Maintain an inventory of training supplies and equipment. Requisition additional supplies as needed.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree
• Valid Athletic Trainer License from Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
• National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) Certification (preferred)
• Current adult Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certification

Experience:

• Two (2) years successful student athletic trainer internship

SPECIAL KNOWLEGDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and injury prevention
• Ability to provide emergency care and rehabilitation for student athletic injuries
• Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES

• Direct the work of student trainers.

MENTAL/PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Tools/Equipment Used:

• Exercise equipment and devices including stationary bike, pulleys, weights, whirlpool, paraffin bath, ultrasound equipment, and cold packs; automated external defibrillator (AED)

Posture:

• Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

• Continual walking; moderate reaching
• Frequent walking and reaching, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse

Lifting:

• Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning or students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment

Environment:

• Work to be completed on-site from assigned school or building
• Regular exposure to noise and computer monitors
• Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather)
• Exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases)
• No remote work

Mental Demands:

• Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress work

INTENT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit, or any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.