2026 - 2027 School Year

Certified Athletic Trainer and CTE Instructor

Position Summary:

Liberal High School and USD 480 is seeking a Full Time Certified Athletic Trainer and CTE Instructor.

The qualified candidate will serve as the Athletic Trainer for all interscholastic sports as well as limited Health Science course teaching during the school day. Liberal High School is a Kansas Class 6A/5A school with approximately 400 student athletes competing over 15 sports. An importance is placed on the health and well-being of our athletes and our sports medicine department. Position available for immediate start.

Salary:

$71,619 - $102,093 with a Master’s degree and based on experience, with the possibility for additional stipend.

Why Liberal Public Schools?

At Liberal Public Schools, we know our staff make all the difference. We are committed to supporting our educators and professionals through collaborative leadership, meaningful professional learning, and opportunities to positively impact students both inside and outside the classroom.

As a diverse, bilingual, Title I district, you'll work alongside dedicated professionals who believe every student deserves access to high-quality instruction, exceptional extracurricular experiences, and outstanding support services.

When you join Liberal Public Schools, you'll enjoy:

• Possibility for additional stipend
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement benefits
• Participation in the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS)
• Paid personal and sick leave
• Ongoing professional development
• Opportunities for leadership and career advancement
• A welcoming, diverse school community dedicated to student success

The Athletic Training will be involved in the following:

• Prevention of athletic injuries;
• Recognition, evaluation, and immediate care of athletic injuries;
• Rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic injuries; and
• Professional development and responsibility
• Actively attend after-school sporting events and practices as assigned by, but not limited to the Athletic Director

Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Keep athletes from getting hurt through preventative medicine and healthy training practices
• Utilize appropriate techniques to effectively assess and treat athletic injuries.
• Facilitate and perform rehabilitation and reconditioning of athletic injuries.
• Develop and cultivate contacts with referring physicians, businesses, schools, coaches, and other referral sources; provide services based on written referrals from medical providers
• Maintain accurate records of injuries, treatments, and referrals
• Provide services for practices, home and some away athletic contests, and post-season athletic contests
• Provide education in the areas of sports injury prevention and care, nutrition and exercise, healthy lifestyles, and exercise regimens
• Complete all documentation in a timely manner
• Promote safe and appropriate practice and competition
• Review student physicals and releases to ensure authenticity
• Participate in the development and implementation of an emergency action plan
• Maintain a neat and orderly athletic training room
• Maintain communication between athletes and parents
• Perform other duties as assigned

Other responsibilities include:

• Establish good communication and work well with staff, students, the public, and supervisors
• Order medical supplies/equipment based on need
• Maintain confidentiality
• Possess the physical ability to perform job requirements
• Maintain electronic inventory and utilize the school district’s electronic supply/equipment process
• Other duties as assigned

CTE Instructor Responsibilities/Duties

• Teach assigned subjects utilizing course of study materials, and other appropriate learning activities adopted by the Board of Directors and specified in state law.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, and provides individualized and small group instruction, in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Measures and evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents, counselors, and other staff through conferences and other means to discuss student progress and interpret the school program.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Maintains professional competence through inservice education activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional materials; maintains required inventory records, and may request other resources, speakers and field trips.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participates in District and site-based committees and the sponsorship of student activities.

Physical Requirements:

The employee must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and supervise students throughout the school day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in classrooms and school settings with frequent collaboration among teachers, administrators, students, and families. The work environment typically includes a moderate noise level and may involve travel between district buildings.

Terms of Employment:

Salary, benefits, and work calendar are established in accordance with the negotiated Professional Agreement and approved by the USD 480 Board of Education.

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the USD 480 Board of Education.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Liberal Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.