Fernley Sports Med Teacher​/Athletic Trainer Half Time

Teacher - Secondary Certified Athletic Trainer

Range $50,761–$92,279 annually with Employer-paid retirement, dependent upon previous experience.

Terms of Employment: 9 months or (185/189 days).

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT, This is a salaried position assigned to the Licensed Employee Salary Schedule.

The certified athletic trainer will implement into daily student instruction appropriate educational curriculum based on the Nevada Academic Content State Standards and the Lyon County School District approved curriculum. He/She will create and maintain an educational atmosphere that encourages effective student learning and supports school and district programs and goals. This person will be expected to adhere to the LCSD Professional Standards for Licensed Employees as outlined in policy and the CBA and report directly to the school site administrator.

The certified athletic trainer will aid in the prevention, evaluation and rehabilitation of injuries to athletes engaged in physical activity as well as administer emergency care for acute sports injuries. The athletic trainer will also teach, train and prepare students for a lifetime of enjoyable, safe athletic activities which will include teaching the state approved Exercise Science/Sports Medicine class.

• Administer appropriate district curriculum that is aligned with the Nevada State Standards and/or the upcoming Common Core State Standards.
• Ensure the opportunity for all students to learn in a respectful environment.
• Create and maintain a positive, orderly, and academically focused instructional environment.
• Develop and implement effective lessons using the LCSD lesson plan template.
• Analyze student progress and provide individualized instruction and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with special services such as IEP’s and other related mandates.
• Provide classroom management and discipline that ensures safety at all times.
• Actively contribute to the School Performance Plan (SPP) process.
• Ensure compliance with assessment regulations and guidelines at all times.
• Facilitate an effective advisory program as outline by the administration and/or district.
• Handle stress and interact professionally and collaboratively with administration, staff, parents, and community.
• Integrate technology into the instructional programs, curriculum, and lessons.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in the student software system (e.g. Infinite Campus).
• Participate in other job-related duties and activities related to the position as assigned.
• Maintain regular and consistent punctuality and attendance as essential functions of the job.
• Organize and operate the training room.
• Prevent and treat athletic injuries.
• Maintain accurate records of injuries, rehabilitation, and related documentation.
• Maintain communication with coaches, physicians, and parents regarding injuries to athletes.
• Work with coaches of various sports on training, diet, and stretching exercise.
• Control and distribute training supplies.
• Coordinate with the Athletic Director on the purchase of training supplies.
• Attend all home events.
• Travel to away events is optional; varsity games take precedence over JV games unless risk of injury is greater.
• Schedule will follow contracted teaching days; occasional weekend events will be balanced out across the year.
• Duties of team managers are not the ATC’s responsibility.
• Ensure proper certification for activities such as handling blood.

• Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability to provide instruction in a secondary classroom.
• Cooperate with students, parents, peers, administration, and community members.
• Guide the learning process toward achievement of curriculum and student goals.
• Establish and communicate clear expectations for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with instructional objectives.
• Participate as a collaborative member with other faculty and staff.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law and district policy.
• Improve professional competence through continued education and in‑service.
• Communicate professionally and effectively in written,…