Certified Athletic Trainer

Durham Academy; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham Academy seeks a licensed Athletic Trainer to join the Sports Medicine department, providing athletic healthcare to student-athletes in grades 7–12, reporting to the Director of Athletics. The ideal candidate will practice under NC law and standards, collaborate with staff trainers and an overseeing physician across the six domains of practice, with multi-site coverage and evening/weekend hours.

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Athletic Training and BOC certification are required.

Qualifications

• BOC-certified athletic trainer in good standing.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training.
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in North Carolina.
• CPR/Emergency Cardiac Care certification.

Responsibilities

• Practice within NC Athletic Trainers Licensing Law and Standards of Practice.
• Collaborate with staff athletic trainers and supervising physician across the six domains of practice.
• Embed yourself in the athletics department and support student-athletes with comprehensive care.

Skills

BOC Certified Athletic Trainer

Licensed in NC or eligible

CPR/Emergency Cardiac Care

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training

Job description

Position Overview

DA Athletics seeks a life-changing educator who will join the sports medicine department and provide athletic healthcare services to student-athletes in grades 7th-12th. In alignment with the mission of the school - to prepare each student to live a moral, happy, and productive life - the athletic trainer will keep the experience and development of student-athletes at the center of all goals. This position reports to the Director of Athletics.

Details

Posted: 25-Jun-26

Location: Durham, North Carolina

Type: Full Time

Categories: Athletics/PE

Primary Responsibilities

Practice within the parameters of the North Carolina Athletic Trainers Licensing Law as laid out by the North Carolina Board of Athletic Trainer Examiners, and follow both the Standards of Practice set forth by the Board of Certification and the Code of Ethics set forth by the National Athletic Trainers Association.

The Ideal Candidate Will Work Collaboratively With The Staff Athletic Trainers And Under The Supervision Of An Overseeing Physician Within The Six Domains Of Practice, Including, But Not Limited To

• Risk Reduction, Wellness, and Health Literacy
• Assessment, Evaluation, and Diagnosis
• Critical Incident Management
• Therapeutic Intervention
• Healthcare Administration and Professional Responsibility

Physical Demands And Work Environment

• This job will require physical and time demands consistent with the field of athletic training
• Afternoon, evening, and occasional weekend hours aligned with athletic schedules
• Multi-site coverage across several indoor and outdoor venues
• Collaborative and team-oriented athletics department. Candidates are expected to embed themselves in everyday school life.
• Assist the Athletic Director as requested

Required Qualifications

• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer in Good Standing
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training required
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in the state of North Carolina
• CPR/Emergency Cardiac Care certification

Recommended Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience within collegiate athletics or secondary schools
• Experience working with adolescent athletes in a scholastic setting
• Familiarity with electronic medical record systems (EMR) and injury documentation
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with key stakeholders, including strength and conditioning staff, physicians, emergency response personnel, and school staff
• Strong communication, prioritization and organization skills in a dynamic environment.

About Durham Academy

Durham Academy was founded in 1933 as the Calvert Method School. The founders, George Watts Hill and his wife Ann McCulloch Hill, established the school as a private, independent school to educate their children and others in Durham. The school’s initial teaching philosophy (and its name) was based on the Calvert School in Baltimore, Maryland, which Ann McCulloch Hill attended as a child. In 1959, the school ended its affiliation with the Calvert School, changed its name to Durham Academy, and began an expansion that led to the first high school graduating class in 1975. The school has continued to grow over the years, evolving into one of the top independent schools in the state and nation. In preparing students exceptionally well for college and life beyond, DA focuses on the acquisition of knowledge paired with the development of skills, critical judgment, and intellectual curiosity. Small classes, excellent and inspiring teachers, top-notch facilities, and a vigorous and engaging academic program support the mission of preparing students for moral, happy, and productive lives. In all, the goal is to help students develop habits that lead to academic success, moral behavior, responsibility action, and the growth of character. Durham Academy also believes that enhancing the spirit of community among faculty, students, and families is essential to the achievement of its goals. The faculty and staff approach each student as an individual. To that end, the school encourages close personal relationships fostered in an atmosphere of trust, respect for individual differences, and appreciation for the racial, cultural, and religious diversity in our society. The school is organized into four divisions — Preschool, Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School — each with its own director. Hill Learning Center, which was founded at Durham Academy and remains a close neighbor and partner, serves a range of public and private school students, teachers, schools, and school districts in four distinct program areas: School, Summer, Tutoring, and Educator Professional Development Programs. Durham Academy is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. It is also a member of or affiliated with the North Carolina Association of Independent Schools, the Southern Association of Independent Schools, the National Association of Independent Schools, the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), and the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling (SACAC).