Athletic Trainer

Available Position - Athletic Trainer

At Dearborn Public Schools, we value diversity and strive to create and sustain inclusive and equitable policies, practices, and environments that support our students, staff, and community members. We value the diverse backgrounds of individuals in our community and work to cultivate an organizational mindset in which equity is embodied in all of our work. Dearborn Public Schools is committed to building and sustaining an equitable and inclusive workplace. Dearborn Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities in performing the essential job functions.

Title of Position: Athletic Trainer

Directly Responsible To: Building Administrator / Athletic Director

Salary and Fringe: $48,938 - $83,318 (Non-Classified/Non-Instructional)

Length of Work Year: 238 Days (aligned with the High School Athletic Directors)

Effective Date: Fall 2025

Filing Deadline: Until filled

Method of Application: Applicants should submit application via Applicant Tracking

Check Job #30888

Professional Staff Positions

Title: Athletic Trainer

Reports To: Building Administrator / Athletic Director

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• ATC Certification from BOC.
• Valid Michigan AT License (or valid license from another state).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community.
• Must have essential technology skills, i.e. skilled at using PC computer, laptop, assistive communication devices/technology, and other educational technology and software.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Responsible for injury prevention programming for coaches and athletes.
• Provide care for injured athletes and assess the need for additional care such as EMS or follow-up with a physician.
• Responsible for communication with parents, health care providers and staff (as permitted by HIPPA).
• Documentation of injuries and treatment including required MHSAA Concussion Reporting.
• Carries out appropriate instructions, treatment and rehabilitation as directed by the supervising Physician, when necessary.
• Assists and advises coaches in the appropriate fit and use of safety equipment.
• Responsible for the organization, inventory, and requisition (through the AD) of training room supplies.
• Must be present at all designated contests and practices as coordinated with the AD.
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the athletic director or principal.
• Collaborate with AD to ensure safe practice and competition environments-including the development of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for each sport and venue.
• Make parent/guardian phone calls

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move about the gym and fields. The employee will be required to frequently use hands and body to demonstrate proper techniques required for the sports. The employee must have the ability to lift 50 lbs. The employee will work in indoor and outdoor weather conditions. The employee will frequently communicate with students, staff, and parents and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.