Athletic Trainer

Primary Purpose

Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of the athletic training program for student-athletes. Work under the direction of the team physician to prevent, recognize, assess, manage, treat, and recondition athletic injuries and illnesses.

Requirements

• Education/Certification:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Valid license from the Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers (through TDLR)
  • Current Adult CPR and AED certification
• Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • 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

Application Procedure

• Complete the Web-based electronic application.
• Provide/upload a copy of your college transcript.
• Provide/upload a copy of your valid Texas Teacher/Trainer Certificate.
• Provide proof of Identity (Driver's License, Birth Certificate, Passport, or other Federal Documents).
• If required, must submit to and pass a biometric (fingerprint-based) background check.

Additional Information

• Included In The Electronic Application:
  • A notice to comply with the requirement for a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) review via the "DPS FACT" database (included during the enrollment process)
  • An "Affidavit of Applicant Offered Employment" (included during the enrollment process) must be completed and notarized before a candidate is offered a professional position at N-S CISD.
• Contact Information:
  • Human Resources Dept. at ext. 105 or by email at hr@nixonsmiley.net
• Nixon-Smiley CISD does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status in any of its programs or activities, including employment practices.