Athletics Tech Apps Teacher-WJH

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Plan coordinate and supervise all components of the athletic training program for
student athletes primarily at the junior high level with assistance at the high school when
needed. Work under the advice and consent of Head Athletic Trainer and team physician
to carry out activities in the following areas: prevention evaluation emergency
treatment physical reconditioning and rehabilitation of injuries.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification
Bachelors degree - CAATE Accredited Program Preferred
Valid license from Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers
BOC Certified Preferred
CPR First Aid and AED certification
Special Knowledge/Skills
Ability to provide injury prevention and rehabilitation services
Ability to provide emergency care
Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and ability to treat student athletes
Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants
Excellent organizational communication and interpersonal skills
Experience
1 years preferred (although new graduates are encouraged to apply)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Athletic Trainer

Illness/Injury Prevention

1. Plan and implement a comprehensive athletic injury and illness prevention program
for student athletes.
2. Attend practice sessions and athletic contests as assigned by athletic director.
3. Establish and maintain effective communication with students parents medical and
paramedical personnel coaches and other staff.
4. Provide physical conditioning training to student athletes.
5. Fit injured athletes with specialized equipment and oversee its use.
6. Prepare athletes for games and practices by conducting evaluations and using tape
wraps splints braces and other protective devices as needed.
7. Identify acute injuries and provide first-aid triage.
8. Detect and resolve environmental risks to athletes.

Page 2 of 3
9. Evaluate injured athletics returning from middle school of high school out of town
games.
10. Maintain good standing with Texas Dept. Health and NATA.

Rehabilitation/Reconditioning

12. Plan and put in place a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program
for injuries and illnesses sustained by student athletes.
13. Determine therapeutic modalities and instruct athletes on proper use of exercise
equipment.
14. Apply therapeutic modalities and instruct athletes on proper use of exercise
equipment.
15. Evaluate and record rehabilitation progress of athletes. Develop criteria for
progression and return to competition.
16. Follow professional ethical and legal parameters regarding use of drugs and
therapeutic agents for treatment and rehabilitation of injured athletes.

Administration

17. Coordinate scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screening.
18. Select train and supervise student assistants.
19. Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents including
medical accident and treatment records as required.
20. Maintain an inventory of training supplies and equipment. Requisition additional
supplies as needed.

Other

21. Attendance is an essential job function.
22. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: TECH APPS TEACHER

23. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of districts
curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
24. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
25. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency
board policies and administrative regulations.
26. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies activities materials and
equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
27. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional
activities.
28. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for
special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans
(IEP).
29. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals objectives and
methods according to district requirements.
30. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
31. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
32. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal
testing.

Page 3 of 3
33. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student
handbook.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES

Supervise the work of student athletic trainer assistants and para-professionals in the
classroom

EQUIPMENT USED

Exercise equipment and devices including stationary bikes pulleys weights whirlpool
paraffin bath ultrasound equipment and cold packs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress; high stress and fast-paced.
Continual walking and standing; moderate lifting and carrying; stooping bending
kneeling and reaching. Work outside lifting and carrying; stooping bending kneeling
and reaching. Work outside (exposure to sun heat cold and inclement weather) and
inside. Exposed to biological hazards bacteria and communicable diseases. Frequent
district wide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.

Required Experience:

IC