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Academy District 20

Public K-12 school district administration

Athletic Trainer

Full-Time
$46.6k - $56.6k
Mid
Bachelor's
Colorado Springs, CO, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryRehabilitation Therapies

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's (baccalaureate) degree, such as a B.A., A.B., or B.S., is required.
  • Current CPR/AED certification for the Professional Rescuer and Health Care Providers from the American Red Cross is required.
  • Athletic Trainer Certification from the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification is required.
  • Knowledge of human anatomy, human physiology, biomechanics, exercise physiology, athletic training, and clinical affiliations with athletic teams under appropriate supervision is required.
  • Knowledge of acute care of injury and illness; assessment and evaluation; general medical conditions and disabilities; health care administration; nutritional aspects of injury and illness; pathology of injury and illnesses; pharmacology; psychosocial intervention and referral; therapeutic exercise; therapeutic modalities; and Universal Precautions for blood-borne pathogens is required.
  • Training in risk management and injury prevention is required.
  • Computer proficiency, including office productivity applications and the ability to use software systems such as databases and spreadsheets, is required.
  • The ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in software systems; maintain accurate records, document management, and filing systems; and maintain confidentiality is required.
  • The ability to create training materials and related documentation, and train others, is required.
  • The ability to manage simultaneous demands, set clear priorities, work independently, follow oral and written instructions, and work as directed within the position responsibilities is required.
  • The ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, is required.
  • The ability to operate standard office equipment and perform supportive tasks is required.
  • The ability to adapt to changing technologies and learn new equipment and systems is required.
  • Knowledge of district policies, procedures, and overall functions is required.
  • The ability to interact efficiently with other departments and locations to resolve issues and document solutions is required.
  • The role requires working indoors and outdoors in a professional school environment, often with others, and moving between venues as needed.
  • The role requires physical capacity for sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or squatting, climbing stairs, ladders or stools, reaching, holding, grasping, turning objects, and lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, with potentially higher demands depending on assignment and student need.
  • The role requires oral and auditory capacity for interpersonal interaction and use of communication devices, and eye, hand, and finger coordination for equipment and writing utensils.
Responsibilities
  • Provide limited medical treatment, including initial injury assessment, evaluation, treatment, and disposition of student athletes in the training room and on the field.
  • Act as a communication liaison among student athletes, parents, coaches, the Athletic Director, physical therapists, and physicians.
  • Administer first aid and assist injured student athletes to provide appropriate immediate care.
  • Assist coaches and officials during selected athletic practices or events by responding to equipment and initial medical needs of student athletes.
  • Attend meetings required by the Athletic Director.
  • With written parent permission, consult physicians and other medical personnel to carry out athletic training services for injured students.
  • Coordinate orders for athletic training equipment and supplies, and maintain inventory to ensure items are available and within budget objectives.
  • Develop programs with coaches and the Athletic Director, such as conditioning and injury prevention, to prevent student injuries.
  • Document injury evaluations and daily treatments using the required forms.
  • Educate coaches, parents or guardians, and players about injury-reporting procedures and obtaining physician releases.
  • Maintain a clean training room.
  • Maintain student-athlete health records, including physical exam records, emergency releases, and medical histories, in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures.
  • Orient student athletes, parents, and coaches about potential health risks of athletic participation and preventive strategies.
  • Respond to emergency situations, including injuries and disturbances, to resolve immediate safety concerns.
  • Routinely attend sport-specific practices and contests at indoor and outdoor venues.
  • Report consistently for scheduled work, attend ongoing training as required, and perform other assigned duties.

About the company

Academy District 20 provides K-12 public education to students in northern Colorado Springs through a network of approximately 40 schools. The district operates using a site-based management model, which allows individual schools to design specialized curricula—such as International Baccalaureate or Career and Technical Education—to meet the specific needs of their local communities. This decentralized approach distinguishes the district from others by empowering school-level decision-making while maintaining the state's highest academic accreditation. The district's goal is to achieve academic excellence and community connectedness by optimizing resources and investing in diverse programs for students of all ability levels.

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What believers are saying

  • FY2026-27 adopted budget shows $289.5 million program funding and $33.4 million reserves.
  • District enrollment still totals about 26,471, supporting scale, per-pupil funding, and program breadth.
  • Federal financing covers 80% of Douglass Valley, reducing district capital burden through 2028.

What critics are saying

  • Board ousted Jinger Haberer in May 2026, signaling acute governance instability through 2027.
  • June 2026 board actions on transgender books and name changes invite lawsuits and staff churn.
  • If enrollment slips while facilities expand, budget strain hits by 2028 and squeezes hiring.

What makes Academy District 20 unique

  • District 20 runs 39 schools with IB, CTE, TAG, and site-based school autonomy.
  • Its new Douglass Valley pre-K-8 campus on Air Force Academy grounds deepens federal ties.
  • Strong community brand: accredited with distinction and long-running academic reputation in Colorado Springs.

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