Middle School Athletic Trainer/ PE Teacher for Polk MS, Perry MS

Carrollton; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district seeks a Middle School Athletic Trainer to provide athletic training services at Polk Middle School. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management and provision of care for athletes, conducting injury evaluations, and developing rehabilitation programs. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, be a licensed Athletic Trainer, and possess strong communication skills. This role involves long hours, including evenings and weekends, and requires effective collaboration with coaches and medical professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, Masters preferred.
• Licensed by the State of Texas as an Athletic Trainer.
• Valid State of Texas teaching certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site emergency care and treatment for acute sports injuries.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for all athletes.
• Work closely with coaches and medical professionals to ensure athlete well-being.
• Design and monitor individualized rehabilitation programs.
• Maintain accurate medical records for all athletes and report injury trends.
• Collaborate with coaches, physicians, and families to ensure athlete well-being.
• Stay current with professional development and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Perform Additional Duties as Head Athletic Trainer and as Middle School Trainer.

Skills

Emergency care

Injury prevention

Communication

Rehabilitation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Licensed Athletic Trainer

Job description

Job Title

Middle School Athletic Trainer

Job Information

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to: Building Principal/Director of Athletics
Pay Grade: AP3- 187 days
Dept./School: Assigned Campus
Date Revised: 12/18/2025

Location

Polk Middle School

Date Posted

12/18/2025

Primary Purpose

Athletic Training Services: The management and provision of care of injuries to a physically active person as defined in the state practice act with the direction of a licensed physician. The term includes the rendering of emergency care, development of injury prevention programs and providing appropriate preventative and devices for the physically active person. The term also includes the assessment, management, treatment, rehabilitation and recondition of the physically active person whose conditions are within the professional preparation and education of a certified athletic trainer. The term also includes the use of modalities such as mechanical stimulation, heat, cold, light, air, water, electricity, sound, massage and the use of therapeutic exercises, reconditioning exercise and fitness programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, Masters preferred
• Licensed by the State of Texas as an Athletic Trainer, ATC preferred
• Valid State of Texas teaching certificate.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Injury Prevention

• Develop and implement comprehensive injury prevention programs tailored to individual athletes and teams.
• Educate athletes, coaches, and staff on injury prevention techniques, proper nutrition, and physical conditioning.
• Conduct pre-participation physical exams to identify potential risk factors for injury.

Injury Evaluation and Treatment

• Provide on-site emergency care and treatment for acute sports injuries.
• Evaluate athletic injuries, determining the nature and severity of the injury.
• Develop and implement appropriate treatment and rehabilitation plans, ensuring a safe return to activity.

Rehabilitation

• Design and monitor personalized rehabilitation programs for injured athletes.
• Utilize therapeutic modalities, exercises, and manual therapy techniques to aid in recovery.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, including physicians and physical therapists, to ensure comprehensive care.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for all athletes.
• Document injury evaluations, treatments, and rehabilitation progress in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Provide regular reports on injury trends and outcomes to the appropriate personnel.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with coaches, team physicians, and other medical professionals to ensure the well‑being of athletes.
• Communicate effectively with athletes and their families regarding injury status, treatment plans, and expected outcomes.

Compliance and Professional Development

• Stay current with industry best practices and continuing education requirements to maintain certification and licensure.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and guidelines, including those set by professional organizations and governing bodies.

Additional Duties as Head Athletic Trainer

• Maintain appropriate general treatment orders to be reviewed annually and approved by the team physician.
• Provide athletic training services for all home athletic contests and away varsity football games.
• If a conflict arises between an away varsity football game and a home contest, the varsity football event will supersede.
• Act as liaison between family physicians and specialists, the school district, athletes and their parents.
• Develop and maintain a budget for the athletic training program.
• Schedule and be present for pre‑participation sports physicals.
• Provide the coaches and athletic director with a list of athletes medically eligible to compete under district and state rules and regulations.
• Assist the athletic director as requested.

Additional Duties as Middle School Trainer

• Teach sections of a content area such as PE or CTE.
• Coverage would be at two campuses; alternating days.
• Maintain appropriate general treatment orders to be reviewed annually and approved by the team physician.
• Provide athletic training services for all home athletic contests for middle school at campus and possibly at other campuses as well as Standridge Stadium.
• Act as liaison between family physicians and specialists, the school district, athletes and their parents.
• Maintain accurate records of injuries, treatments and provide insurance claim forms for sports injuries treated by a physician.
• Schedule and be present for pre‑participation sports physicals.
• Provide the coaches and athletic director with a list of athletes medically eligible to compete under district and state rules and regulations.
• Assist head athletic trainer as requested at the high school level when needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Working Conditions

Long hours, weeknight coverage and some weekend coverage. Possible lifting, bending, walking, kneeling, stretching, and stooping. Requires eye‑hand coordination and manual dexterity. Requires normal hearing and eyesight to allow for patient interaction and transfer of patient information from the patient to pen chart. Needs to have the ability to handle high amounts of stress. Also, exposed to climate conditions such as but not limited to heat, rain, sleet, snow, and cold temperatures. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; maintain emotional control under stress.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.