Certified Athletic Trainer

Uplift Education; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A public charter school system in Dallas is seeking an experienced Athletic Trainer. The role involves assessing athletes' health, designing fitness and treatment plans, and collaborating with coaches. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 3-5 years of experience, and required certifications. The position offers a starting salary of $65,000 and presents unique opportunities as the school launches tackle football.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years as an Athletic Trainer at the high school, collegiate, or professional level.
• BOC certification, Texas licensure (or eligible), CPR/AED/First Aid current certification.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement proactive training to minimize injuries.
• Provide immediate care, develop tailored rehab programs.
• Maintain open lines with coaches, families, athletes, and medical staff.
• Document evaluations and treatment plans; manage supply inventory.

Skills

Strong communicator

Highly organized

Collaborative mindset

Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment

Bilingual (Spanish)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Education

Bachelor’s in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, or related

Master’s preferred

Job description

Uplift Education is North Texas’ premier public charter school system, dedicated to nurturing scholars to excel academically and athletically. This school year, we’re launching tackle football at Uplift Hampton and Uplift Wisdom—an exciting milestone providing students with new opportunities to develop teamwork, discipline, and school spirit through athletics.

Mission Alignment

Our Athletic Trainer will play a vital role in advancing Uplift’s mission: To create and sustain public schools of excellence that empower each student to reach their highest potential in college and the global marketplace and that inspire in students a life-long love of learning, achievement, and service in order to positively change their world.

Primary Purpose

Partnering with coaches and medical professionals, the Athletic Trainer will assess athlete health, design fitness, nutrition, and treatment plans, and guide recovery. You’ll be instrumental in helping athletes, coaches, and families realize their full potential, especially as we break new ground with tackle football.

Key Responsibilities:

• Injury Prevention & Assessment: Design and implement proactive training to minimize injuries; conduct physical screenings and vulnerability assessments.
• Treatment & Rehabilitation: Provide immediate care, develop tailored rehab programs, and oversee athlete recovery using therapeutic methods (e.g., taping, bracing, equipment fitting).
• Collaborative Communication: Maintain open lines with coaches, families, athletes, and medical staff. Educate on wellness, nutrition, and technique, and coordinate referrals when needed.
• Administrative: Document evaluations and treatment plans; manage supply inventory; ensure compliance with applicable standards and recordkeeping.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, or related (Master’s preferred)
• Experience: 3–5 years as an Athletic Trainer at the high school, collegiate, or professional level
• Certifications: BOC certification, Texas licensure (or eligible), CPR/AED/First Aid current certification
• Skills: Strong communicator, highly organized, collaborative mindset, ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Preferred: Bilingual (Spanish); proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

You’ll work indoors and outdoors—from gym floors to athletic fields—across various weather conditions. Expect frequent movement, including walking, kneeling, and lifting (15–44 lbs). Manual dexterity is required for equipment use, and you’ll often work extended or irregular hours under pressure.

Why Join Us Now?

Be part of Uplift Education’s exciting new era: launching tackle football in the 2025-26 year at key campuses. Your expertise will directly shape the safety, strength, and spirit of our inaugural teams. You’ll join a mission-driven community committed to empowering scholars on the field, in the classroom, and beyond.

Starting Salary: $65,000

Application Procedure: Apply online

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Uplift Education is an equal employment opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state or local law.