Substitute Athletic Trainer 2026-2027

652 Chamberlin Avenue

Frankfort, KY 40601

(502) 695-6700

JOB TITLE

Athletic Trainer

REPORTS TO

Principal, Athletic Director

SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE

Classified Salaried Schedule

CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS

187

EXEMPT STATUS

Non Exempt

JOB CLASS CODE

7292

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

Classified

DATE APPROVED

March 9, 2026

Basic Function

The Athletic Trainer is a licensed healthcare professional who supports student success by reducing

health-related barriers to learning and safe participation in athletics. This role provides specialized

medical care to student-athletes within the established scope of practice, including injury

prevention, emergency response, clinical evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation and return-to-play

planning. The Athletic Trainer maintains accurate and confidential medical records in accordance

with district policy and applicable regulations and works collaboratively with physicians, school

administrators, coaches and families to promote the health, safety and well-being of all student-

athletes.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and manage a comprehensive athletic training program for high school athletics.

Responsible for training and supervising student athletic trainers. Also responsible for scheduling

student trainers for athletic contests and practices (if applicable).

Provide injury prevention, emergency care, clinical evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation and

reconditioning for student-athletes. Facilitate appropriate physician referrals when necessary.

Maintain ongoing communication with the team physician and other healthcare providers

regarding injury evaluation, treatment plans and return-to-play decisions.

Collaborate with coaching staffs to support the development and implementation of safe, sport-

specific conditioning programs, ensuring compliance with established medical and safety

guidelines.

Responsible for the organization, inventory and requisition of all training room supplies.

Requisitions for medical equipment and/or supplies must be submitted to the Athletic

Administrator. Additionally, the athletic trainer will submit an annual budget for all first aid and

medical supplies for the year.

Provide athletic training coverage for home practices and athletic events throughout the academic

year, including fall, winter and spring sports seasons. When scheduling conflicts arise, the athletic

trainer and the athletic director will consult to determine direct coverage vs indirect coverage.

Shall be available in the athletic training room after school each day to treat student-athletes.

Will promote district planned physical opportunities and track/monitor sports physicals and will

ensure athletes are ready for play.

Responsibilities will extend to providing athletic training supervision at all other major home

events, district tournaments, regional tournaments, etc. when the athletic trainer’s team is playing.

In the event that extra coverage is needed or requested at major home events, district

tournaments, regional tournaments, etc. and the host athletic trainers team is not playing, the pay

will be as follows: $30 per hour

Manage and maintain an organized, safe and compliant athletic training facility, including

adherence to documentation, sanitation and equipment standards.

Promote a safe athletic environment by monitoring environmental conditions (e.g., heat, weather(

lightning, thunder, rain) as well as field conditions) and implementing established safety and

emergency action protocols established by the KHSAA and NFHS.

Responsible for reporting all injuries to the athletic office on the proper forms and keeping an

annual record of athletic injuries. Responsible for completing athletic injury reports, using the

established tracking tools, and providing those to the appropriate personnel.

Shall perform all other duties assigned by the Athletic Director.

Ability to:

• Skill in using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgement within established guidelines.
• Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines and following up on assignments.
• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a broad and diverse population of students, families, peers and colleagues.
• Knowledge and training in first aid procedures should be required for handling athletic injuries
• Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature and air quality. 
• Work surfaces will vary from concrete, grass, hardwood floors, etc. Job requirements require both indoor and outdoor assignments.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, have good mobility skills and be able to walk long distances.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s Degree preferred
• BOC Certification
• Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure (KBML) – Athletic Training Licensure or eligibility at time of hire

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be established by the board of education.

EVALUATION

Compensation established by board approved classified salary schedule each year. Contract is issued annually.