Substitute Athletic Trainer

Blackstone Valley Vocational Regional School District; Upton (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackstone Valley Vocational Regional School District is seeking a Substitute Athletic Trainer to lead the sports medicine program for student athletes, coaches, and staff. The appointee will oversee operations, coordinate medical protocols, and ensure on-site coverage during practices and contests.

Responsibilities include maintaining injury reports, collaborating with the School Nurse and School Based Health Center, supervising the training room, administering emergency procedures, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training and Massachusetts licensure
• Licensed by the Board of Allied Health Professionals
• Licensed by MA Department of Public Health as an Athletic Trainer
• First aid and CPR training
• Experience with Impact Concussion program
• Fitness center weights/equipment training

Responsibilities

• Oversee all athletic training programs and rehabilitation
• Coordinate medical protocol and communication with care providers
• Provide on-site coverage at practices and contests
• Administer emergency procedures for injured athletes
• Maintain injury reports and medical forms
• Communicate with School Nurse and School Based Health Center
• Advise coaching staff on safety factors
• Maintain training room and supervise supplies
• Distribute supplies, first aid kits, and water
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and post-injury reports
• Administer concussion screening with School Based Health Center
• Promote safety, conditioning, cooperation, and responsibility

Skills

First aid

CPR

Impact Concussion

Weights & equipment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

Title: Substitute Athletic Trainer

Description: The Substitute Athletic Trainer is responsible for all aspects of the sports medicine program at Blackstone Valley Vocational Regional School District. The appointee will oversee all operations of the sports medicine program to meet the needs of student athletes, coaches, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all athletic training programs and rehabilitation.
• Coordinate all medical protocol and communication with respective medical care providers.
• Responsible for on-site coverage at all regularly scheduled athletic practices and contests.
• Responsible for administration of emergency procedures of injured athletes who are participants in Blackstone Valley sports programs.
• Maintain athlete injury reports, expiration of physical exams and emergency information forms.
• Maintain daily communication with School Nurse’s and School Based Health Center on the status of student injuries, recoveries and back-to-play protocols.
• Advise and counsel the coaching staff and athletic administration in regards to the safety factors for the athletic programs, equipment, and facilities.
• Responsible for the application of techniques and devices such as strapping, bandaging, braces, or special protective equipment.
• Responsible for the maintenance and supervision of the training room, keeping it adequately supplied, equipped, and secured.
• Responsible for bidding of medical supplies.
• Participate in the completion of all reports, including annual reporting of program results.
• Responsible for the distribution of all required supplies, first aid kits and water containers to coaches.
• Advise as to nutritional requirements of the athletes.
• Advise the coach, under directions of the physician, when an athlete may return to participation following any release from medical restrictions.
• Coordinate the efficient use and maintenance of equipment in the Fitness Center.
• Work in conjunction with the School Based Health Center to administer Impact Concussion Screening and post injury reports.
• Promote by example: dedication, physical conditioning, cooperation, and personal responsibility among the students participating in extracurricular Athletics.
• Comply with all required notifications and acknowledgements regarding the Anti-Hazing Law under M.G.L. c.269 § § 17-19 for Student Groups, Teams and Organizations.
• Comply with all required training, student physical examination records, identification and reporting responsibilities under 105 CMR 200.00 regulations on Head Injuries and Concussions in Extracurricular Athletic Activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training.
• Licensed by the Board of Allied Health Professionals.
• Licensed by Massachusetts Department of Public Health as an Athletic Trainer.
• Prior experience as an athletic trainer strongly preferred.
• Trained in first aid and CPR.
• Trained and/or experience with the Impact Concussion program and protocols.
• Experience with training on the use of weights and equipment in the Fitness Center.

Duration: December 14, 2026 – April 12, 2027.

Reports to: Director of Athletics and Student Activities.

Terms of Employment and Compensation

• Work schedule – Varying daily/weekly schedule as required by the athletic schedule (nights/weekends required as needed). Hours not to exceed 30 per week with flexibility.
• Anticipated hiring salary range shall be $38.00 - $40.00 per hour.
• This is a temporary non-benefits-eligible position.

Job Details

Job ID: 5979044

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 02, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Dec 14, 2026

Position Type: After school/Evening

Salary: $38 to $40 Per Hour

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Trainer

Welcome to Blackstone Valley Vocational Regional School District

Our mission at Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School - to create a positive learning community that prepares students for personal and professional success in an internationally competitive society through a fusion of rigorous vocational, technical and academic skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the Blackstone Valley Vocational Regional School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, ancestry, military status, disability, pregnancy or pregnancy related condition.

Job Requirements

• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• HR Office
• Email: [e-mail]