About the Position

The Assistant Athletic Trainer and Concussion Coordinator supports Tabor Academy’s afternoon athletic programming across all three interscholastic seasons. This position is responsible for the prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, concussion management, and return-to-play oversight of student-athletes in accordance with state licensure guidelines and best practices in athletic training. The Athletic Trainer serves as a key member of the Sports Medicine Staff and works collaboratively with coaches, health professionals, faculty, families, and students to promote the health and well-being of student-athletes in a boarding school environment. This position reports to the Athletic Director and works closely with all other members of the Athletics Department. This is an academic-year position following the school calendar.

Key Responsibilities:

Staff the Athletic Training Room during practices and interscholastic competitions as scheduled and assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer
Assess, evaluate, treat, and manage sports-related injuries for student-athletes
Act as the lead Athletic Training staff member in the implantation and management of concussion protocols, including baseline testing, evaluation, return-to-learn, and return-to-play procedures in accordance with school policies and state regulations
Respond to and manage emergent situations and catastrophic athletic injuries
Develop, implement, monitor, and progress individualized rehabilitation programs
Apply protective and preventive taping, bracing, and assistive devices as needed
Travel with athletic teams as necessary, including varsity football and postseason competitions
Collaborate professionally with Athletic Training staff, school physicians, coaches, faculty, and healthcare providers
Communicate effectively with student-athletes, families, coaches, faculty, and healthcare personnel regarding injury care, concussion management, and treatment plans while maintaining confidentiality
Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of injury evaluations, treatments, rehabilitation progress, concussion protocols, and reports
Utilize electronic medical records, concussion management systems, mobile devices, MS Office, Teams, and other related software systems
Demonstrate organization, flexibility, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities independently
Support a positive and inclusive environment through culturally competent practices and effective work with diverse populations
Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director in collaboration with the Head Athletic Trainer

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or a relevant field required; Master’s degree preferred
NATA-BOC certification required
Massachusetts Athletic Trainer license and NPI number required or ability to obtain prior to hire
Emergency Cardiac Care certification

Required Skills and Abilities:

Strong knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to certified and licensed athletic training, including concussion management requirements
Ability to think critically and make independent clinical decisions regarding assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, concussion management, and return-to-play protocols
Knowledge of concussion assessment tools, return-to-learn protocols, and return-to-play best practices
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Proficiency with electronic medical record systems, concussion management software, email, Microsoft Office, Teams, and mobile technology
Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, faculty, coaches, and healthcare professionals
Ability to work effectively and empathetically with adolescents
Flexibility to work afternoons, evenings, weekends, and travel as required by athletic schedules

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

Experience working in an independent school, boarding school, or educational athletic environment
Demonstrated experience managing concussion protocols in a secondary school or collegiate athletic setting
Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and perspectives
Experience managing rehabilitation programs for high school-aged student-athletes
Ability to foster positive relationships within a collaborative team environment
Strong problem-solving and crisis-management abilities
Demonstrated patience, empathy, enthusiasm, and optimism in supporting students and colleagues

Work Schedule: This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with a schedule that varies based on the needs of the athletics department. Flexibility to work evenings/weekends is required. This is an academic-year position following the school calendar.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout athletic facilities and fields for extended periods
Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations and provide immediate care to injured athletes
Ability to lift and carry, up to 80 pounds, including but not limited to athletic training equipment and assist injured athletes as needed
Ability to work outdoors in all elements and travel with athletic teams as required
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours during athletic seasons

The physical demands listed are representative of the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Salary: $60,000 to $65,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience

To Apply: Electronic materials only, please. If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to employment@taboracademy.org with “Athletic Trainer” in the subject line.

About Tabor Academy

For nearly 150 years, Tabor Academy has served the Marion, Massachusetts community as a premier coeducation, college preparatory boarding and day school. As the School by the Sea, Tabor offers an uncommonly beautiful setting in which to live and learn for students grades 9-12. The school provides a wide breadth of academic offerings for students to achieve the school’s mission. We invite all interested in learning about the school and our strategic vision to visit the school’s website.

Tabor Academy is committed to fostering an inclusive community where diversity, equity, and belonging are essential to our mission. Grounded in our values of care, collaboration, curiosity, and courage, we recognize that building a vibrant and supportive environment for students and faculty requires intentional efforts to welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. As such, we seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates who bring varied perspectives, including those who have been historically underrepresented in independent and boarding school settings to apply.

Tabor Academy does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, disability, or national or ancestral origin in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other Academy-administered programs, or in the administration of its hiring and employment practices.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

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