Watkinson School, offering inventive learning to Hartford and surrounding communities since 1881, seeks a full-time Athletic Trainer to lead the School’s sports medicine program and provide athletic training services for all Upper and Middle School students. The Athletic Trainer, providing coverage for grades 6-12, will work under the direction of the Athletic Director to advance the needs of the school’s overall athletic program.

For full-time candidates, this is an academic, school-year position and therefore includes paid time off in accordance with the school schedule, including school vacations and summer break. As a full-time role, this position may also include academic responsibilities, such as teaching, advising, or monitoring student activities. Part-time applicants will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive care for student-athletes

• Evaluate injuries, provide treatment, and develop rehabilitation programs

• Assess, treat, and manage concussions

• Maintain accurate medical records of students’ injuries, treatment, and rehabilitation

• Review student health records and consent forms in partnership with the school nurse and athletic department to assess eligibility

• Partner with the athletic department in developing severe weather plans and emergency action plans

• Maintain a clean, professional and welcoming training room

• Manage sports medicine inventory and budgetary items

• Prepare game sites for practice and competition

• Prepare medical kits for off campus competition

• Provide practice and game coverage of the middle school and high school athletic programs

• Train coaches and educate parents about preventive safety precautions regarding concussion, cardiac arrest, and heat illness

• Administer ImPACT concussion testing

• Instruct CPR/AED/First Aid classes for coaching staff and faculty

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in athletic training or related field

• NATABOC certification

• CT state licensure or eligibility

• CPR/AED/First Aid certification required

• Excellent communication and organization skills

• Ability to work in a self-directed setting

Other Preferred Qualifications

• CSCS, PES or other strength and conditioning-related certification

• Previous Middle/High School experience 

Watkinson School is an equal opportunity employer and an open and affirming community. We seek candidates of diverse backgrounds.  Qualified candidates are encouraged to send a letter of interest, resume, and a minimum of three references.