Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer

The Nightingale‑Bamford School seeks a part‑time athletic trainer, 25 hours per week, to provide athletic training services to student‑athletes, with a primary focus on treating athletes (assessment, management, treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning) in accordance with the NYS athletic training practice act.

This position reports to the Director of Athletics and Physical Education. This is a part‑time, exempt, position with general hours of 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM on school days, covering afternoon treatment sessions, practices, and home games. Additional hours may be needed for select weekend or late events, arranged in coordination with the full‑time athletic training staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but are not limited to):

• Providing daily assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning for injured student‑athletes during scheduled hours
• Covering afternoon practices and home games, including setup and breakdown of water and ice coolers and team preparations
• Keeping coaches informed of health‑related concerns for athletes on their rosters, such as allergies, asthma, or other health matters
• Supporting the concussion team as needed, including administering ImPACT baseline and post‑injury testing for student‑athletes in grades 5–12
• Adhering to and maintaining Emergency Action Plans and environmental hazard guidelines during all covered sessions
• Coordinating with the full‑time athletic training staff to ensure continuity of care and handoff of treatment notes at shift change
• Assisting with maintaining and restocking training room supplies and med‑kits during scheduled hours
• Other tasks as assigned by the Director of Athletics

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• NATABOC certified
• Registered Athletic Trainer with NYSED Office of Professions
• CPR/AED & First Aid certified
• BS in Athletic Training required
• NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist preferred
• Experience working with high school‑aged athletes
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, and other members of the School community
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• A shared understanding of the mission of the School and a demonstrated commitment to the core principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Demonstrated cultural competence and an ability to understand, appreciate, and work with constituents across varied backgrounds and cultures
• Excellent attention to detail, professional attitude, good judgment, a high level of integrity, and a strong work ethic
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with demonstrated ease in effectively prioritizing multiple competing tasks and demands

SALARY

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, this position's annual salary is $60,000-$62,500. When extending an offer, Nightingale considers factors such as (but not limited to) the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, and market and organizational considerations.

ABOUT THE NIGHTINGALE‑BAMFORD SCHOOL

Founded by two bold, visionary educators in 1920, The Nightingale‑Bamford School’s mission is to inspire girls to go beyond barriers. Tied to this mission is a broader vision of students who are joyful learners who have the intellectual depth and courage to be critical thinkers, compassionate citizens, and agents of their own lives. Nightingale educates girls’ minds and hearts and, in so doing, infuses their lives with meaningful relationships, teaching them to value difference as a means of growth and empowering them to question the status quo with confidence, empathy, resilience, and reason. Nightingale is deeply committed to cultivating a community rooted in principals of belonging and inclusion, the foundations of excellent teaching and learning. We expect all community members to engage thoughtfully and responsibly in this work.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of the School to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, predisposing genetic characteristics, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The School’s employment practices and decisions adhere to the principles of non‑discrimination and equal employment opportunity.

The School does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law, including, but not limited to, with respect to recruiting, interviewing, hiring, staffing, training, promotions, compensation practices, employee benefits, school‑administered programs, discipline, and termination of employment. The School maintains zero tolerance for violations of this policy and expects all employees to abide by and support this policy without reservation.