Certified Athletic Trainer and Sports Medicine Teacher

Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Bourgade Catholic High School’s athletic trainer is a highly qualified, Master's level, and NATA certified Head Athletic Trainer who leads our comprehensive athletic training program. The Head Athletic Trainer is responsible for the prevention, evaluation, management, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries for all student-athletes participating in interscholastic sports. This individual works closely with coaches, administrators, parents, and medical professionals to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of our student-athletes.

Requirements

Master's degree in Athletic Training or a related field from an accredited institution.
Current certification by the National Athletic Trainers' Association
Current Arizona Department of Education CTE teaching certificate or eligibility to obtain.
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a certified athletic trainer, preferably in a high school setting.
Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills.
Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in medical record-keeping software and general computer applications.
CPR/AED and First Aid certification (current).
Demonstrated ability to interact positively with student-athletes, coaches, parents, and medical professionals.
Understanding and commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, run, bend, stoop, and kneel for extended periods.
Ability to work in various weather conditions (heat, cold, rain).
Ability to quickly respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

Implement and supervise programs for injury prevention, including pre-participation physicals, conditioning, and flexibility exercises.
Educate student-athletes, coaches, and parents on injury prevention strategies, proper techniques, and concussion awareness.
Ensure a safe playing environment by inspecting facilities, equipment, and playing surfaces.
Develop and implement emergency action plans for all athletic venues and events.
Maintain accurate and organized medical records for all student-athletes, adhering to HIPAA and FERPA guidelines.
Provide immediate care and first aid for athletic injuries during practices and competitions.
Conduct comprehensive evaluations of injuries to determine the nature and extent of the injury.
Develop and implement appropriate treatment and rehabilitation plans for injured student-athletes.
Refer student-athletes to physicians, specialists, or other medical professionals as needed.
Oversee and manage the athletic training room, ensuring proper sanitation, equipment maintenance, and inventory.
Communicate effectively with coaches regarding the status of injured athletes, return-to-play protocols, and practice modifications.
Collaborate with parents/guardians, providing updates on their child's injury, treatment plan, and progress.
Liaise with physicians, physical therapists, and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care.
Maintain open communication with the Athletic Director regarding all athletic training matters.
Develop and manage the athletic training budget, including ordering supplies and equipment.
Ensure compliance with all Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA) and National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) guidelines and regulations.
Stay current with the latest advancements in athletic training through continuing education and professional development activities.
Ensure that the athletic training room is clean, orderly, well-stocked, and as closely as possible, is modeled after a professional athletic training/rehabilitation facility
Supervise and mentor any athletic training students or interns, if applicable.
Represent Bourgade Catholic High School professionally at all times.
Provide athletic training coverage for all scheduled home athletic practices and competitions.
Travel with designated teams for away competitions as needed.
Be available for emergency situations as they arise.
Strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education: Embraces and models the Catholic philosophy of education.
Promotes and lives gospel values and Catholic moral teaching.
Upholds the doctrinal teachings of the Catholic Church.
Provides opportunities for faith development of students in the classroom to prepare them for life in today’s Church and society.
Can articulate and give evidence of Catholic living by the example of their lives.
Assumes responsibility for the leadership and management of the classes assigned: Provides a positive learning environment.
Organizes the classroom to facilitate student learning.
Supervises and provides for the safety, welfare, and care of the students while they are in school.
Works toward the creation of a Catholic community within the classroom and the entire school community.
Teaches in accordance with diocesan and local policies as well as appropriate state laws.
Shows respect for individuals and fairness in dealing with students and parents.
Develops and implements a daily and weekly schedule covering all areas of curriculum.
Develops and implements an instructional program according to the needs of the students and the established Diocesan Curriculum Standards: Integrates Church’s teachings in all aspects of the curriculum.
Determines levels of student achievement.
Uses appropriate teaching strategies to meet individual student needs.
Uses resources available to promote learning experiences for all students.
Uses a variety of instructional strategies and incorporates technology into instruction.
Refers students for evaluation and consultation when necessary in collaboration with administration and parents.
Includes all students in presentation and discussions.
Evaluates student progress effectively: Uses a variety of ongoing assessments.
Aligns assessments with goals, objectives, information taught, and instructional guidelines and Curriculum Standards of the Diocese and school.
Provides prompt constructive feedback on student work and performance.
Maintains proper grading and/or reporting system for each student as required by the principal.
Meets deadlines with official classroom reports, attendance, and statistics as required by the principal
Maintains daily lesson plans.
Establishes positive school-community relationships: Maintains cooperative relations with all in the school community.
Promotes respectful and positive school relationships.
Maintains awareness of his/her role as a Catholic schoolteacher and its impact on the community.
Provides for regular conferences and meetings with parents.
Cooperates with and helps promote various curricular and co-curricular programs within the school.
Attends and actively participates in school faculty meetings and in-services.
Continues professional development to remain current with religious and academic certifications: Keeps informed of current instructional practices through professional reading and educational opportunities.
Participates in professional activities and joins appropriate professional organizations.
Attends diocesan sponsored in-services.
Actively participates in the process of continuous school improvement.
Maintains personal professional development records.
Performs any other reasonable job-related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal or athletic director.