Athletic Trainer

F. S. Bunnell High School; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading high school in Stratford is seeking an Athletic Trainer to ensure the health and safety of student-athletes. The role involves caring for sports-related injuries, coordinating medical referrals, and developing injury prevention programs. Candidates must hold a relevant Bachelor's Degree and possess necessary certifications. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and requires a collaborative approach with coaches and parents to support student-athletes effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Current NATABOC certification required.
• Ability to manage student-athlete injuries.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventative care and support to student-athletes.
• Coordinate physical examinations and medical referrals.
• Supervise injured athletes' clearance.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Judgment and professionalism

Ability to positively relate to students, parents, and staff

Detail oriented

Highly motivated

Analytical

Attentive self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate area of specialization

Certified by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)

Current State of CT Athletic Training License

Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications

Job description

Position Type:
Athletics/ Athletic Trainer

Date Posted:
6/16/2025

Location:
'); 'Frank Scott Bunnell High School

Date Available:
Immediately

Closing Date:
07/16/2025

Provide preventative care to student-athletes and support coaches by caring for players’ sports related injuries.

Work in conjunction with coaches to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition, and conditioning programs customized to individual student-athletes needs.

Coordinate and schedule physical examinations and medical referrals for student-athletes to determine ability to practice and/or compete.

Supervise the clearance of injured athletes prior to and during the sport seasons.

Assess, treat, and manage concussions, including the oversight of the return-to-play protocols.

Communicate with coaches, administrators, school nurse(s), and parents/guardians on a consistent and continuing basis.

Work directly with the coaches and parents/guardians to discuss a student-athlete’s injuries to ensure all parties are aligned on treatment, recovery, and return-to-play guidelines and requirements.

Maintain accurate and timely records and documentation of student-athlete injuries and rehabilitation.

Assist the Athletic Director in the development of the athletic training budget by managing inventory and ordering athletic training room equipment and supplies.

Monitor weather conditions (heat/lightning), and alert coaches when conditions become unsafe.

Knowledge and application of CIAC heat acclimatization guidelines.

Knowledge of and ability to follow and comply with HIPAA regulations.

Ability to comply with and follow district policies and protocols required.

Maintains a daily treatment log, in accordance with department requirements.

Communicate with the Athletic Director to ensure adequate inventory of supplies and equipment.

Coordinate athletic trainer coverage for team practices and athletic competitions when absent.

Other responsibilities as determined by the Athletic Director.

Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate area of specialization.

Certified by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)

Possess a current State of CT Athletic Training License.

Possess a current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Outstanding judgment and professionalism.

Ability to positively relate to students, parents, and staff.

Highly motivated, detail oriented, analytical, and attentive self-starter who performs all responsibilities consistently and enthusiastically.

Must be mobile with the ability to get from one location in the office or work site to other locations

Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time

Ability to lift or carry objects up to forty (40) pounds

Athletic Trainer
Bunnell High School

Purpose: The Athletic Trainer provides for the safety, health, and well-being of the student-athletes of Stratford’s High Schools through the care and prevention of athletic injuries.

SCOPE:

The Athletic Trainer develops an educational sports medicine program inclusive of injury prevention, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment, and rehabilitation for all student-athletes.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide preventative care to student-athletes and support coaches by caring for players’ sports related injuries.

• Work in conjunction with coaches to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition, and conditioning programs customized to individual student-athletes needs.

• Coordinate and schedule physical examinations and medical referrals for student-athletes to determine ability to practice and/or compete.

• Supervise the clearance of injured athletes prior to and during the sport seasons.

• Assess, treat, and manage concussions, including the oversight of the return-to-play protocols.

• Communicate with coaches, administrators, school nurse(s), and parents/guardians on a consistent and continuing basis.

• Work directly with the coaches and parents/guardians to discuss a student-athlete’s injuries to ensure all parties are aligned on treatment, recovery, and return-to-play guidelines and requirements.

• Maintain accurate and timely records and documentation of student-athlete injuries and rehabilitation.

• Assist the Athletic Director in the development of the athletic training budget by managing inventory and ordering athletic training room equipment and supplies.

• Monitor weather conditions (heat/lightning), and alert coaches when conditions become unsafe.

• Knowledge and application of CIAC heat acclimatization guidelines.

• Knowledge of and ability to follow and comply with HIPAA regulations.

• Ability to comply with and follow district policies and protocols required.

• Maintains a daily treatment log, in accordance with department requirements.

• Communicate with the Athletic Director to ensure adequate inventory of supplies and equipment.

• Coordinate athletic trainer coverage for team practices and athletic competitions when absent.

• Other responsibilities as determined by the Athletic Director.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every task or responsibility.

TRAVEL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Athletic Trainer may be required to travel to off-site athletic competitions as required. Mileage reimbursement will be provided at the appropriate IRS yearly rate.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate area of specialization.

• Certified by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)

• Possess a current State of CT Athletic Training License.

• Possess a current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Outstanding judgment and professionalism.

• Ability to positively relate to students, parents, and staff.

• Highly motivated, detail oriented, analytical, and attentive self-starter who performs all responsibilities consistently and enthusiastically.

REPORTS TO:

The Athletic Trainer reports to the Athletic Director and Principal. The Athletic Trainer will be evaluated by the Athletic Director in collaboration with the high school principal.

Physical and Mental Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands and environmental characteristics described here 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.

• Must be mobile with the ability to get from one location in the office or work site to other locations

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time

• Ability to lift or carry objects up to forty (40) pounds

WORK YEAR:

The work year begins on the first day of the CIAC fall schedule (fall sports tryouts typically start on or about August 15th) through the final day of the CIAC spring schedule as dictated by the Athletic Director. This position is responsible for providing athletic trainer coverage for high school athletic programs in both practice and interscholastic competition settings (30-40 hours per week).

COMPENSATION:

$68,000 annual salary
Non-union, Exempt