DeSoto ISD Job Description Job Title: Athletic Trainer Contract Days: 226 Reports to: Athletic Director Pay Grade: AD 01 Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Funding Source: Local Revision Date: March 2024 Primary Purpose: Maintain responsibility for the care, prevention, and rehabilitation of all athletic injuries. In compliance with district and UIL policy, provide a safe environment for all treatment procedures, maintain all physical and medical forms, maintain all treatment records, provide coverage of all post district games, as well as provide an educational environment for the enhancement of student trainers. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Bachelor's Degree in physical education/athletic training or related areas Texas State Athletic Training License Texas teaching certificate Compliance with all TEA and UIL requirements Special Knowledge/Skills: Work ing knowledge of the care, prevention, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries Knowledge of athletic training techniques and procedures in order to provide the proper organized and optimal care for athletes within the DeSoto ISD Experience: At least one year student teaching or approved internship Work -related experience Major Responsibilities and Duties: Promoting Positive School Climate 1. Demonstrate a positive professional image and exhibits appropriate conduct. 2. Maintain a positive and effective working relationship with supervisors 3. Keep supervisor informed and communicate on matters of importance. 4. Cooperate with supervisor to achieve department and district goals. 5. Carry out assignments in a timely manner. Athletic Trainer Page 1 of 4 OUR VISION To inspire curiosity and consciousness, develop character, build courage, and nurture compassion OUR MISSION To ensure students, without exception, learn and grow at their highest levels OUR VALUES Every Student We hold an unwavering belief that every student can achieve success and our students' best interests drive our decisions, actions and behaviors. Unconditional Belonging Together, we are responsible for cultivating a community where everyone feels they belong and are respected, cared for and safe. Courageous Learning We seek growth, challenge and innovation and embrace risk-taking as a necessary part of every person's learning journey. Relentless Equity Each person has access to the resources and opportunities that meet their individual needs in a way that allows them to leverage their greatest strengths. Collective Excellence We foster integrity, accountability and hold high expectations of ourselves as we support each other and collaborate towards our vision. Community Greatness We are grounded in our connection, pride and partnerships with our communities. Through our collective strength, we support people to do and be their best. Athletic Trainer Page 2 of 4 6. Comply with all district policies and procedures. 7. Demonstrate knowledge of district and department policies and procedures. 8. Follow appropriate line of authority in making requests or communicating concerns. 9. Communicate ideas, intentions, and instructions in a timely, effective, and informative manner. 10. Communicate with parents in an appropriate manner. 11. Work with faculty to integrate the athletic program into the school climate. 12. Deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds. 13. Provide leadership in developing support from booster clubs. 14. Provide leadership in directing community and parent groups toward positive support of department and school district policies. Program Management 15. Document records and reports accurately, concisely, and completely. 16. Maintain appropriate and current records. 17. Submit reports and records that meet deadlines. 18. Follow district policies and procedures in acquisition or purchase of athletic equipment and supplies. 19. Maintain inventories of athletic equipment and supplies. 20. Demonstrate leadership in care of facilities. 21. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Code of Ethics for Athletic Trainers as outlined by the state of Texas. 22. Attend appropriate in service and join organizations that enhance professional improvement and growth. 23. Assume responsibility for game coverage and student trainer coverage. Instructional Management 24. Instruct the students about the hazards and results of overstepping their bounds 25. Instruct student trainers about their limitations as student athletic trainers. 26. Use appropriate teaching techniques for athletic training. 27. Provide a professional working atmosphere. 28. Instill a sense of responsibility and lifetime working skills. 29. Supervise the athletic program to ensure proper methods of preventing and/or treating injuries. 30. Assume responsibility for supervision of students while students are involved in program field activity or while using facilities. 31. Provide opportunities (clinics, workshops, etc.) for advancement of athletic training skills. 32. Provide pertinent scholarship information and opportunities. 33. Organize and conduct practice sessions in an efficient manner. 34. Maintain proper discipline among participating students. Student Management 35. Maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents about (program filled) issues. 36. Demonstrate a high degree of interest in students that will help foster students' positive interest. 37. Maintain a positive and effective working relationship with students. 38. Properly instruct participating students in the policy and procedures of athletic training as well as the handbook. 39. Require students to act in the highest standards of professionalism. Athletic Trainer Page 3 of 4 40. Emphasize the need to maintain satisfactory academic performance and make students aware of tutorial services. 41. Advise students and parents about existence of intercollegiate athletic scholarships available. 42. Keep students informed on academic requirements for scholarships and eligibility for participation in intercollegiate athletic training. 43. Monitor students' academic progress on a regular basis and report findings to the athletic office. 44. Provide programs for academic assistance to encourage and assist students who need help. Athletic Training Performance Responsibilities 45. Treat all injuries for which he/she is qualified to treat. 46. Work under the direction of the team physician in treatment of all major injuries or injuries for which he/she is not qualified to treat. 47. Keep record of all injuries and treatments. 48. Keep on file all physical examination reports signed by the physician. 49. Obtain all information about insurance, both family and school policie s. 50. Keep the athletic office informed about surgeries and make certain all proper insurance forms are completed. 51. Take responsibility for working with and developing the proper relationship with team physicians, coaches, athletes, and family of injured athlete. 52. Develop as many student trainers as possible. 53. Develop a daily, weekly or monthly schedule for all student trainers. 54. Always contact parents to give extent of injury and provide follow up. 55. Always check with physician when in doubt. 56. Recognize that the physician has the final say about participation. 57. Ensure that the parents understand the insurance claims that are filed respectively. 58. Report any playing hazard found in practice or play areas. 59. Keep inventory of all training room supplies. 60. Prepare annual requests for new and additional training supply; to be submitted to the Director of Athletics. 61. Be present at all high school football practice sessions, all varsity athletic competitions on home playing field, (varsity football games home and away), and as many of the sub-varsity competitions on home field as possible. Must be present at all other athletic contests as assigned by the Director of Athletics. 62. Treat injuries of students in all sports with equal enthusiasm. Does not discriminate between race, religious beliefs, or gender 63. Maintain a close harmonious working relationship with coaches and athletes of all sports. 64. Maintain a level of professionalism throughout the training staff, as well as the district and the community. 65. Be present at all high school football practices and games. In all other sports, it is expected that the trainer(s) attend all home varsity events. When two varsity teams are playing at the same site, the trainer sho uld attend the contest that he/she feels may be most apt to injury. Even though the trainer(s) is not expected to attend all sub -varsity events, he/she should attend a large majority of these home events. The trainer(s) shall also travel with any team in a play -off situation. The play -off team takes precedence over any other team. 66. The trainer(s) is neither a physician, nor a coach, but a liaison between both. He/she strives to take care of each athlete in the most effective way possible, keeping all Athletic Trainer Page 4 of 4 (parents, coaches, physicians) fully informed. Any student who is injured to the extent to miss more than one week of practice will be directed to a physician. Should a situation develop where a coach and the trainer do not agree on a studen t's status, the recommendation of the attending physician will be followed. The trainer may require a coach to sign a written statement if a student is allowed to play against the judgment of the attending trainer. The trainer's job involves recommending proper activity. The final authority on all participation is that of the parent(s) and the attending physician. Other: 67. Perform other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Ph ysical Demands/Environmental Factors: Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem solving skills while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision -making. Frequent in-district and occasional in -state or national travel. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Safety: Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not a n exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. DeSoto ISD does not discriminate against any employee o r applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsi bilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Approved by: Date Reviewed by: Date