Teacher- Athletic Trainer/Sports Medicine Teacher (2026-2027)

Job Summary and Purpose

The Athletic Trainer develops and implements an athletic training program and a sports medicine instructional program that will effectively meet the needs of all students. The Athletic Trainer evaluates and treats sport related injuries as well as student performance in the classroom.

Work Objectives/Essential Functions

• Prevention of athletic injuries.
• Early recognition, evaluation and care of athletic injuries.
• Assessment of the type of injury, rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic injuries to minimize the risk of re-injuring.
• The referral of injured athletes to appropriate medical professionals when necessary.
• Health care administration including medical record keeping, documentation and reporting.
• Establishing policies and procedures related to athletic training.
• Oversee the budget and inventory of the athletic training program.
• Education and training of coaches, parents, and student athletes.
• Supervision and training of student assistants.
• Supervision of athletic practices and athletic home events.
• Complete required reports promptly and accurately.

Education and Experience

• Education Attainment (Required): Bachelor's degree.
• Education Attainment (Preferred): Relevant Experience (Required): Relevant Experience (Preferred): Industry Licensure or Certifications (Required): Hold or be eligible for a valid teaching license which meets Commonwealth of Virginia requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.
• Industry Licensure or Certifications (Preferred): Required Licensures and Certifications Must hold current CPR/First Aid certification.
• Hold National Athletic Trainer's Association Board of Certification (NATABOC).

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Athletic Trainer and Sports Medicine curriculum.
• Classroom management strategies.
• Ability to assess individual needs and performance.
• Practice appropriate protocols in the field of athletic training.

Core Expectations of All Stafford Schools Employees

• Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
• Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
• Maintain a clean, neat appearance and dress appropriate to position and duties.
• Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
• Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
• Work in close harmony with supervisor(s) and colleagues.
• Comply with all division policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality and professional conduct, as well as all site-based procedures and protocols.

Weight Demands

• Lifting – 1–25 lbs: Rarely
• Lifting – 26–50 lbs: Occasionally
• Lifting – 50+ lbs: Frequently
• Carrying – 1–25 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying – 26–50 lbs: Occasionally
• Carrying – 50+ lbs: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling – 1–25 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling – 26–50 lbs: Occasionally
• Pushing/Pulling – 50+ lbs: Frequently
• Standing: Rarely
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Reaching: Occasionally
• Turning/Twisting: Occasionally
• Balancing/Climbing: Rarely
• Stooping/Kneeling: Rarely
• Crouching/Crawling: Rarely

Physical Demands

• Standing: Rarely
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Reaching: Occasionally
• Turning/Twisting: Occasionally
• Balancing/Climbing: Rarely
• Stooping/Kneeling: Rarely
• Crouching/Crawling: Rarely

Classification Details

• Job Family: TEACHER
• Calendar: LICENSED 220 DAY STAFF
• Pay Structure: TEACHER PAY SCALE
• Position: MULTIPLE
• FLSA Status: EXEMPT
• Job Grade: T40-T61
• Job Code: 2011
• Status: ACTIVE