Athletic Trainer - HHS (2026-2027 School Year)

Harrisonburg City Public Schools•Harrisonburg, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Harrisonburg City Public Schools is seeking an Athletic Trainer/Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This position reports to the Athletic Director and Principal and is a 200-day contract on the Teacher Salary Scale. The primary function is to provide Athletic Training Services to student athletes under the direction of a team physician or by written referral, in accordance with the state athletic training practice act. Additionally, the role involves preparing students for college and career by developing their skills and competencies in courses, designing engaging lessons, leading an after-school HOSA chapter, and providing a safe and positive learning environment. Administrative responsibilities include managing equipment, keeping student records, assigning grades, and participating in collaborative teams. The Athletic Trainer also acts as a liaison between physicians, the school district, athletes, and parents, maintains injury records, manages the athletic training program budget, schedules pre-participation physicals, and provides eligibility lists to coaches and the athletic director. The role may also involve teaching, lecturing, or speaking on health-related topics, coordinating the Concussion Management Team, and adhering to all school and Virginia High School League regulations. The position requires maintaining appropriate state licensure and participating in professional development. Responsibilities also include responding professionally to inquiries, demonstrating good attendance and punctuality, attending meetings, taking safety precautions, and maintaining confidentiality. The Athletic Training Services component involves the management and provision of care for injuries to physically active individuals, including emergency care, injury prevention programs, assessment, management, treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning, utilizing various modalities and therapeutic exercises.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited college or university in an approved program of study for the preparation of health care professionals.
Must hold a certification by the National Trainer’s Association.
Must be licensed to practice in the State of Virginia.
Completed two years of occupational experience in an area related to the area to be taught.
Willing to take and pass one of the VDOE-approved industry credentials listed for Health and Medical Sciences.
Must possess knowledge of school division rules, regulations and procedures, and knowledge of Virginia High School League rules and regulations.
Leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, teachers, parents, administrators, and the community.
Effectively demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions.
Experience working directly with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Familiarity with equity and inclusion frameworks.
Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities.
Respects the worth, dignity and individual differences of others.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present to diverse audiences to foster professional relationships and express and/or exchange ideas.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in the use of a variety of office/instructional equipment and technology with experience using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and email.
Demonstrated leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and the community.

Nice To Haves

Preferred master’s degree in Athletic Training.

Responsibilities

Provides Athletic Training Services to student athletes under the direction of the team physician or by written referral from a physician, and in accordance with state athletic training practice act.
Maintains appropriate general treatment orders to be reviewed annually and approved by the team physician.
Provides athletic training services for all home athletic contests and away varsity football games. If a conflict arises between an away varsity football game and a home contest, the varsity football event will supersede.
Prepare students for college and career by developing their skills/competencies according to a state-approved list in each course.
Design engaging lessons that inspire students to do their best work.
Lead an active after-school chapter of the Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) and chaperone students attending competitions and conventions.
Provide a safe and positive environment focused on student learning.
Perform administrative responsibilities including managing equipment used for instruction, keeping records of student competencies, assigning grades, and participating in school and district collaborative teams.
Acts as liaison between family physicians and specialists, the school district, athletes and their parents.
Maintains accurate records of injuries, treatments and provide insurance claim forms for sports injuries treated by a physician.
Develops and maintains a budget for the athletic training program.
Schedules and be present for pre-participation sports physicals.
Provides the coaches and athletic director with a list of athletes medically eligible to compete under district and state rules and regulations.
Assists the athletic director as requested.
Supervises and coordinates a student athletic training program.
Be available to teach, lecture or speak to classes and/or civic organizations on health related topics.
Coordinates, schedules and organizes the School Division Concussion Management Team.
Complies with and supports school and division regulations and policies.
Assumes responsibility for adherence to all Virginia High School League district and regional rules and regulations.
Maintains appropriate state licensure and/or national level; assumes responsibility for and participates in staff development (professional growth).
Responds to telephone, email and in-person requests, inquiries and questions in a professional, polite and responsive manner.
Demonstrates good attendance and punctuality.
Attends all required meetings.
Takes all industry standard precautions to protect students, staff, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintains appropriate state licensure; assumes responsibility for and participates in staff development (professional growth) and training to keep materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date.
Follows appropriate safety procedures and properly maintains equipment.
Actively participates in and attends all required meetings.
Maintains confidentiality when appropriate.
Complies with and supports school division policies, regulations, procedures, and the HCPS Strategic Plan.
Effectively performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.