(Anticipated Vacancy) Assistant Athletic Trainer 2026-2027

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District seeks an Anticipated Vacancy Assistant Athletic Trainer for 2026-2027, starting immediately under a probationary term contract for 187 days. The salary is $64,207 per year.

The role supports athletic training, injury management, rehabilitation, and medical records under the team physician and Head Athletic Trainer. Responsibilities include attending practices, maintaining records, and ensuring athlete safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university.
• Licensed as an Athletic Trainer by the Texas Department of Health.
• National Athletic Trainers’ Association certification preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing injury management, rehabilitation, and device application under supervision.
• Support planning of a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention program.
• Attend practices and contests as assigned by athletic director.
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical staff, coaches, and staff.
• Assist in physical conditioning training for student athletes.
• Assist in preparing athletes for games using tape, splints, braces, and protective devices.
• Respond to emergencies with first-aid triage and determine need for further care.
• Assist in establishing procedures for medical emergencies.
• Detect and resolve environmental risks to athletes.
• Assist in rehabilitation and reconditioning program planning.
• Apply therapeutic modalities and instruct athletes on use of equipment.
• Assist in training and supervising student assistants.
• Assist in budget planning for the sports medicine program.
• Assist CPR/AED and first aid training and recertification.
• Compile and file medical, accident and treatment records.
• Oversee training room operations and inventory management.
• Maintain regular attendance as an essential function.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Licensed as an Athletic Trainer by the Texas Department of Health

NATA certification preferred

Job description

(Anticipated Vacancy) Assistant Athletic Trainer 2026-2027

Starting Date: Immediately

Contract Type: Probationary/Term Contract: 187 days

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university;
• 2. Licensed as an Athletic Trainer by the Texas Department of Health;
• 3. National Athletic Trainers’ Association certification preferred;
• 5. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

SALARY: $64,207 (IA-3)

$64,207 Per Year (Salary)

Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 1. Working under the direct supervision of the team physician(s) and Head Athletic Trainer, to assist in implementing the following:
  • a. management of acute injury or illness to athlete
  • b. rehabilitation procedures
  • c. operation of therapeutic devices and equipment
  • d. application of braces, guards, tape and other devices
  • e. referrals to the physician, health services, or hospital
  • f. maintain medical records on athletes
  • g. coordination of annual athletic physicals.
• 2. Assist in planning and implementing a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention program for student athletes.
• 3. Attend practice sessions and athletic contests as assigned by athletic director.
• 4. Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical and paramedical personnel, coaches, and other staff.
• 5. Assist in providing physical conditioning training to student athletes.
• 6. Assist in preparing athletes for games and practices by conducting evaluations and using tape, wraps, splints, braces, and other protective devices as needed.
• 7. Assist in responding to emergencies, identifying acute injuries, making quick independent judgments, and providing first-aid triage including assessing injuries and deciding whether an athlete should seek further medical attention and should discontinue participation in the athletic event.
• 8. Assist in establishing specific procedures to be carried out by a coach or assistant trainer in the event of a medical emergency.
• 9. Assist in detecting and resolving environmental risks to athletes.
• 10. Assist in determining therapeutic goals and objectives for individual athletes and in planning and implementing a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program for injuries and illnesses sustained by student athletes.
• 11. Assist in applying therapeutic modalities and instructing athletes on proper use of exercise equipment.
• 12. Assist in selecting, training, and supervising student assistants.
• 13. Assist in revising and implementing annual sports medicine program budget.
• 14. Assist in conducting annual CPR, AED, and first aid training and recertification of district personnel.
• 15. Assist in compiling, maintaining, and filing all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents including medical, accident and treatment records as required.
• 16. Assist in overseeing training room operations including maintaining inventory of training supplies and equipment. Assist in requisitioning additional supplies as needed.
• 17. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Athletic equipment, standard office equipment including computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED); operate school bus

Posture: Prolonged standing; kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping; frequent driving; moderate grasping/ squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and reaching

Motion: Frequent walking and physical movements associated with sport(s) assigned

Lifting: Frequently light lifting (less than 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting or carrying (15-44 pounds)

Environment: Work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather) and inside; frequent exposure to noise; frequent district-wide and state-wide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; moderate exposure to vehicle fumes and work around moving vehicles

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Job Details

Job ID: 5982935

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 04, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $64,207 Per Year

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Trainer

Contact Information

• Louis Villarreal , District Athletic Training Coordinator
• Email: [e-mail]