Health Sciences Instructor/Athletic Trainer

Alabama Community College System•Phenix City, AL

33d•$49,854 - $94,363

About The Position

This is a full-time nine month 50% teaching and 50% athletic training position. The employee is responsible for teaching physical education courses at the College and providing treatment to student athletes. This position will require flexible hours and must be able to attend athletic practices and games for four NJCAA teams.

Requirements

Master's degree, from a regionally accredited institution in Physical Education/Health Education/Exercise Science/Kinesiology or closely related field, or a Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline from a nationally accredited institution.
National Certification as an athletic trainer and eligibility to obtain appropriate State licensure.
Two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Effective oral and written communication skills; proficiency in the English language.
Competent use of the Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Designs and administers at least three evaluations for grade determination each semester.
Demonstrates knowledge in teaching discipline.
Schedules and teaches physical education classes as assigned.
Meets classes for scheduled periods of time.
Uses written objectives as criteria for evaluation for student performance.
Uses appropriate teaching-learning aids, materials, and methodologies.
Utilizes instructional technology in the educational process, including web-based instruction.
Maintains accurate class records.
Prepares course syllabi and objectives in conjunction with departmental guidelines.
Submits syllabi to the Department Chairperson for approval.
Distributes syllabi and objectives in all classes.
Engages in appropriate professional development in order to remain current in discipline and teaching techniques.
Maintains a high level of competence and expertise in the subject area.
Demonstrates willingness to assist colleagues with instruction ideas and methodologies.
Participates in departmental selection of texts and teaching materials.
Recommends appropriate supplementary and complimentary subject materials to the Learning Resources Center.
Plans, implements, and evaluates both introductory and advanced college transfer courses appropriate to the community college level physical education/health discipline.
Maintains appropriate office hours.
Serves as academic advisor in assisting students in developing educational goals.
Assists students in course selection.
Participates in the registration process.
Attends student functions.
Maintains a minimum of a thirty-five (35) hours work week.
Participates in the College's planning process.
Serves on institutional committees as assigned.
Attends all required academic functions (i.e. departmental meetings, faculty meetings, graduation, etc.).
Attends campus activities outside the normal work hours, whenever possible.
Performs duties within established time frames (i.e. submission of class/office hour forms, class rosters, course grades, reports, lesson plans, etc.).
Aggressively recruits students for classes and the college as a whole.
Demonstrates a willingness to serve as a resource person in area of expertise for community organizations, businesses, schools, or special events.
Represents the institution in a positive manner.
Provides treatment and rehabilitation for athletic-related injuries.
Evaluates injuries using range of motion tests, manual muscle tests, special tests, and other assessments as needed.
Documents injuries, treatments, and updates coaches on the status of student athlete injuries.
Schedules physician appointments and transports student-athletes to appointments in state vehicles
Coordinates student athlete medical follow up visits, medical consultations, and diagnostic tests, and referrals.
Provides athletic training coverage for practices and games, including set-up, pre-treatment, taping, stretching, manual therapy, and other treatment functions as deemed appropriate.
Manages emergency action plans: inspects AED for proper maintenance and operational readiness; ensures emergency supplies are available as needed.
Serves as liaison between physicians, administrators, coaches, parents, and student athletes regarding injury prevention, diagnosis, care, management, treatment, and rehabilitation.
Assist the Athletic Director with claim submissions.
Collaborates with coaching staff in developing conditioning, weight training and nutrition programs for athletes.
Maintains a clean and appropriately equipped athletic training room: cleans, sanitizes, and organizes medical equipment and supplies.
Orders and inventories and supplies for athletic treatment, rehabilitation, and athletic-related emergencies.
Coordinates the treatment and rehabilitation of student athletes and athletic trainer coverage for all home games and serves as a positive role model for all students.
Submits incident reports and required documentation to the Athletic Director and Dean of Students and Campus Services in compliance with College policies and procedures.
Maintains positive relationships with all segments of the community, including coaches, athletic directors, athletic trainers, student athletes, parents, sales personnel, medical personnel, first responders, and officials.
Maintains the confidentiality of student athletes and ensures confidentiality of all documentation and treatment records of student athletes.
Refers student athletes to medical practitioners and resources as appropriate.
Assists with the annual athletic orientation session at the beginning of fall semester.
Assists the Athletic Director with coordinating athletic drug screens and annual alcohol and drug education programs.
Participates in professional development as related to athletic training needs and requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned, as related to the position.
Adheres to all policies and procedures set forth by the College.
As a Campus Security Authority (CSA), report to the official or office designated by the institution to collect crime report information, such as the campus police or security department, those allegations of Clery Act crimes that the CSA conclude were made in good faith.
Remains current in and enhances professional knowledge and skills through professional development and continuing education.
Interacts with and serves a diverse student population in a courteous and friendly manner.
Adheres to College standards of professionalism and confidentiality, including courteous and friendly interaction with other CVCC employees, prospective and current students, parents, and the College and local community.
Maintains FERPA and confidentiality of student medical information and departmental information.
Assists with recruiting, registration, retention, and enrollment functions as assigned.
Participates in pre-college orientation, preview days, and graduation.
Participates in the College strategic planning and strategic enrollment management planning and processes.
Attends department and division meetings.