Athletic Trainer

West Virginia K-12 Jobs; McNutt (WV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia K-12 Jobs is seeking an Athletic Trainer for Braxton County High School to oversee the health and safety of student athletes. The successful candidate will be responsible for attending practices and games, advising on growth needs, and providing injury evaluation and treatment.

The role requires a certification and a strong understanding of health protocols. Applicants must be able to demonstrate effective communication and instructional abilities while maintaining a positive environment for student athletes.

Qualifications

• Meet the qualifications outlined in WVBOE and WVSSAC Policy.
• Criminal background check per WV Code must be completed.
• The ability to perform job duties and responsibilities as per Job Description.

Responsibilities

• Oversees health and safety of all student athletes.
• Attends all football practices and games.
• Advises athletes, parents, and coaches on growth and development.
• Instructs athletes on preventive techniques.
• Evaluates protective equipment and advises on selection.
• Communicates effectively with all stakeholders.

Skills

Ability to perform job duties

Knowledge of health and safety for athletes

Strong communication skills

Education

Certification from the West Virginia Department of Education

Job description

POSITION

Athletic Trainer

LOCATION

Braxton County High School

REPORTS TO

Building Principal/Head Coach/Athletic Director

SALARY

Per Braxton County Pay Policy

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

• Meet the qualifications outlined in WVBOE and WVSSAC Policy
• Criminal background check per WV Code §18-5-15c. Please contact BCS before scheduling a background check to ensure that you have the correct codes to ensure that your background check is processed properly. Please do NOT use any previous code provided by the WVDE.
• The ability to perform the job duties and responsibilities of the position as contained in the Job Description

APPLICATION DEADLINE

June 18, 2026

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace. Alcohol and controlled substances which affect employee productivity, safety or judgment in the workplace will not be tolerated.

Staff members serve as role models for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings.

Staff members are expected to refrain from bullying, harassment, intimidation, and discrimination.

LEGAL NOTICE

Please note: If you have recently retired from any entity covered by the West Virginia Consolidated Public Retirement Board, applying for or accepting employment within 60 days of your retirement date could negatively impact your retirement benefits and result in a significant financial or tax liability for which you are responsible. It is your responsibility to check with the WVCPRB to ensure that you are compliant with state code that requires a 60 day bona fide separation from retirement. Braxton County Schools will not be responsible for any taxes, penalties, costs, or other financial liabilities you may incur if you apply for or accept employment contrary to the laws of West Virginia, or the regulations of the Internal Revenue Service, the WVCPRB, or another other applicable state or federal law or regulation. You may reach the WVCPRB by calling 1-800-654-4406. By applying, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this requirement.

JOB SUMMARY

The athletic trainer oversees the health and safety of all student athletes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attends all football practices and games.
• Fosters a culture of cooperation and mutual respect.
• Advises athletes, parents, and coaches regarding growth and development needs of athlete in relation to specific sports.
• Instructs and advises athletes, parents, and coaches on preventive techniques appropriate to specific sports.
• Evaluates protective equipment and advise athlete and appropriate school personnel regarding proper selection and use of protective and rehabilitative equipment.
• Instructs and advises administrators, coaches, students, and other relevant personnel regarding needs and proper procedures in emergency situations.
• Advises athlete and parents if there is a need for definitive medical care.
• Communicates effectively with athletes, parents, educational personnel, and health care professionals.
• Performs injury evaluation techniques and makes initial impression of injury based on growth, provides emergency care and development stage of athlete.
• Evaluates and screens athletes for potential injury due to previous conditions.
• Provides timely and appropriate evaluation of injury and/or illness sustained by students engaged in athletic activities, in the absence of more qualified personnel.
• Provides timely and appropriate treatment of injury and/or illness sustained by students engaged in athletic activities.
• Provides rehabilitative procedures appropriate to the growth and development characteristics of the athlete and the nature of the injury(s).
• Provides athletic injury rehabilitation services to athletes as prescribed by physician.
• Develops, implements, and manages the athletic training program in accordance with state and local policies.
• Establishes and maintains an effective evaluation/ assessment system, including record keeping.
• Adheres to established laws, policies, rules, and regulations.
• Perform Other Job-Related Duties and Responsibilities as Assigned by the Head Coach / Assistant Coach / Principal

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multi- media equipment, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 10 pounds of materials. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Most commonly, the educational setting is indoors with outdoor settings for recess and field trip activities. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate (20-60 dB). The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position.

ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration; applicants who have recent unsatisfactory evaluations are not to be considered eligible for consideration; applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration; and, applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration. The ability to perform the job duties and responsibilities of the position as contained in the Job Description, with or without reasonable accommodation.

TO APPLY

Braxton County Schools only accepts bids electronically for all jobs. You may apply online from our district website at https://boe.brax.k12.wv.us/page/employment. To be considered for any position, bids must be submitted by the bid closing time on the last day of the posting for the desired position. All bids are posted a minimum of five business days. Applicants must have required certification or be pending with the West Virginia Department of Education at the closing of the bid.

As required by federal laws and regulations, the Braxton County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or disability in employment or in its education programs and activities. Inquiries may be referred to Melissa Adkins, Title IX Coordinator, Braxton County Board of Education, 98 Carter Braxton Drive, Sutton WV 26601, phone [phone]; or the West Virginia Department of Education's Director of the Office of Civil Rights.