Long-Term Substitute Athletic Trainer

Watkinson School, offering inventive learning to Hartford and surrounding communities since 1881, seeks a Long-Term Substitute Athletic Trainer to provide coverage for the School’s sports medicine program. This position provides athletic training services for all Upper and Middle School students (grades 6-12) and works under the direction of the Athletic Director to advance the needs of the school’s overall athletic program.

This is a temporary, part-time position (approximately 28 hours per week), which will begin sometime in March 2026 and have a duration of approximately 7 weeks. While this is a substitute role, the Athletic Trainer is a vital member of our community, responsible for the daily operation of the training room and on-site coverage for practices and competitions.

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

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in athletic training or related field
• NATABOC certification
• Current Connecticut state licensure * 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 to: [email protected]