St. Stephen's Episcopal School, a day and boarding school of 710 students (grades 6-12), is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer for a full-time position starting immediately. 

The Assistant Athletic Trainer works with the Sports Medicine Director / Athletic Trainer to provide game and practice coverage on campus for football, cross-country, volleyball, field hockey, soccer, tennis, swimming, crew, lacrosse, baseball, track, rock climbing, caving, mountain biking, and canoeing. The Athletic Training Sports Medicine department currently operates under the oversight of the Athletic Director, the direction of the Team Orthopedic Physician and in close collaboration with the Health Center staff. 

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Sports Medicine Director on the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of injured student athletes;
• Serve as the lead Athletic Trainer for football players grades 6-12 during the Fall season with occasional coverage of other Fall season sports. Co-manage the treatment of injured student athletes for all other sports during the Winter and Spring seasons;
• Work with the Sports Medicine Director on Concussion Care including the utilization of ImPACT testing;
• Set up field and gym hydration for all practices and games;
• Document all injuries and treatments in the school’s Electronic Medical Records system;
• Communicate with parents, teachers, coaches, physicians, faculty, and students;
• Check AEDs in athletics monthly and inform the health center of repair needs;
• Check Epi-pen and other rescue medicine status and communicate with appropriate personnel on reordering needs;
• Monitor weather conditions and communicate with coaches regarding changes to practices and games;
• Serve as a role model to student-athletes and interact with student athletes in a positive and professional manner;
• Build and maintain a Sports Medicine Student Assistant program;
• Partner with the Sports Medicine Director to bring new ideas and best practices to the program;
• Serve on school committees and attend staff meetings as directed by the Sports Medicine Director;
• Attend yearly continuing education seminars to maintain certification and licensure;
• Work hours are typically afternoons and evenings on weekdays – Saturday and holidays hours on occasion;
• Travel during the Fall football season and for some conference games in Houston and Dallas/Ft. Worth throughout the year;
• In alignment with the school's mission and values, employees are expected to collaborate with integrity, promote respect and inclusion, contribute to a vibrant, caring school community, and demonstrate the following behaviors in the performance of their duties:
  • Approach work with initiative and creativity, and work collaboratively across roles and departments to benefit and strengthen the school community.
  • Pursue ongoing professional growth and model a love of learning for colleagues and students; communicate clearly, constructively, and maintain professional behavior in all interactions.
  • Demonstrate sound judgment, reliability, and self-awareness; follow school policies, safety protocols, and contribute to a positive and supportive work environment.
  • Honor the dignity of all community members, seek to understand and value diverse perspectives, and support a culture of inclusion that contributes to people feeling valued and connected.
  • Act ethically in decisions and interactions, and use community resources responsibly.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree is required – a Master’s degree is preferred;
• Must be NATA BOC certified and possess or be in the process of acquiring licensure from the State of Texas. 
• Team player and independent performer with the ability to work collaboratively with the Athletics team and other key stakeholders within the Student Support team including Nurses, Counselors and Learning Specialists;
• Ability to communicate and provide treatment to student athletes in a positive and professional manner that builds respect and trust;
• Excellent verbal and written communication with an attention to detail and an ability to effectively communicate with students, parents/guardians, colleagues and school partners;
• Ability to work variable hours, including nights and weekends, and travel as needed both inside and outside of the state of Texas;
• Ability to maintain confidential patient and student information.

Physical Requirements:

This job operates in a professional school environment and work is conducted in a wide variety of environments as found in all areas of the school.

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.  (Occasionally)
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.  (Occasionally)
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.  (Occasionally)
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.  (Constantly)
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 100 pounds in all directions.  (Constantly)
• Communicating with others to exchange information. (Constantly)
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.  (Constantly)
• Operating machinery and/or power tools.  (Occasionally)
• Operating motor vehicles.  (Occasionally)
• Operating heavy equipment.  (Constantly)
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.  (Occasionally)
• Low temperatures.  (Occasionally)
• High temperatures.  (Constantly)
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.  (Occasionally)
• Noisy environments.  (Occasionally)
• Hazardous conditions.  (Occasionally)
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.  (Occasionally)
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.  (Constantly)
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50-100 pounds.  (Constantly)

Qualified candidates should submit their resume, a letter of interest addressing their qualifications for this role, and a letter summarizing their teaching philosophy.

In accordance with our founding mission and as a diocesan school of the Episcopal Church, St. Stephen's Episcopal School believes in the inherent value and dignity of every human being. We seek qualified candidates who share this foundational belief and are ready to work in community to create a more just society. We celebrate every individual, recognizing that our unique stories, histories, and voices are essential to creating a vibrant living and learning space. As such, we strongly encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply to become members of our community.

Equal access to employment, programs, and services is available to all. With respect to its employment practices, St. Stephen’s Episcopal School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender or gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or sexual orientation or identity.