Assistant Athletic Trainer

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Location: Stow, Massachusetts, Masters Academy International

Anticipated Start Date: August 1, 2026

Masters Academy International (MAI) is New England's only school that intentionally integrates pro-level coaching and top-tier academics to prepare future leaders, excelling in sport, scholarship, and life. At MAI, athletics are not an extracurricular add-on; they are a core pillar of student identity and future opportunity.

Our student athletes pursue ambitious goals and train with purpose. The athletic program at MAI is designed to develop exceptional competitors while also cultivating the character, habits, and mindset required for long-term success. We believe in doing things the right way: with excellence, integrity, and care for the whole student.

About the Role

Masters Academy International is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer to provide essential clinical care to protect the health, safety, and holistic well-being of all student-athletes. This role manages the full spectrum of sports medicineincluding injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitationwhile fostering an inclusive, student-centered environment that balances physical health with social-emotional and mental wellness. Collaborating closely with coaches, families, and student well-being teams, the Assistant Athletic Trainer ensures compliance with health protocols, maintains operational efficiency in the training room, and fosters an equitable athletic culture built for peak performance and recovery.

What You Will Do

In this role, you will provide comprehensive clinical care by preventing, evaluating, treating, and rehabilitating athletic injuries, while delivering rapid emergency management during practices and home games. You will design individualized recovery plans and foster an inclusive, student-centered environment that balances physical health with vital social-emotional and mental wellness support. Collaborating closely with coaches, families, and student well-being teams, you will serve as a key liaison to communicate recovery milestones and ensure a coordinated approach to athlete care. Additionally, you will assist in the oversight of daily training room operations, maintain meticulous health records, and uphold strict safety protocols to support a safe, equitable, and high-performing athletic culture.

Who You Are

You are a certified, student-centered athletic trainer who blends clinical expertise with deep empathy. Passionate about holistic well-being, you excel at building inclusive, equitable environments that balance physical care with social-emotional support. You are a skilled collaborator who communicates effectively with coaches, families, and wellness teams to build trust and alignment. Highly organized and solutions-oriented, you thrive in a dynamic school community, bringing sharp operational efficiency to training room management, compliance, and long-term student recovery.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, Sports Management, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.

Experience: 1-3 years of experience in athletic training, preferably in a high-performance independent school or collegiate setting.

Credentials: Board of Certification (BOC) certified and current state licensure (or eligibility); CPR/First Aid/AED and BLS certifications required.

Expertise: Demonstrated success in injury prevention and emergency management.

Knowledge: Strong understanding of HIPAA, EAP development, and modern rehabilitation practices.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a 10-month role. The salary range for this role is $60,000-$65,000. Benefits for eligible roles include medical, life insurance, a 401(k) savings plan, and more.

Diversity, Inclusion, and Safeguarding

We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our organization. We strive to build a culture in which every colleague feels that they belong, are trusted, and are valued. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and strongly encourage those from underrepresented groups to apply. Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.