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The Substitute Assistant Athletic Trainer position is a part-time position lasting from August 14, 2023 through approximately September 24, 2023. It is anticipated that this role will consist of approximately 30 hours of work each week. Practices range from 1-6pm Monday through Friday and may also include some weekend hours, as needed. In this role, the selected individual will provide support to the athletics department during games and practices and work with students in the training room. 

The Potomac School has a Center for Athletics and Community that ranks among the best facilities in the mid-Atlantic region.  The school has 72 interscholastic teams in grades 7-12 and supports 26 varsity teams. The school’s boy’s teams are members of the Mid-Atlantic Conference and the girl’s teams are members of the Independent School League.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• In partnership with the Lead Athletic Trainer, ensure there is coverage of the athletic training room and coverage at all home practices and games
• Shared coverage of away football games
• Weekend coverage of games on Saturdays should be expected, with Sunday coverage on rare occasions.
• Assess and treat injuries
• Develop and execute training plans for athletes, as needed
• Maintain the database to record any student injury and/or treatment activity
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in the related field required, Master’s Degree preferred.
• Must have an active certification with the NATABOC and be licensed in the State of Virginia or eligible for licensure.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures including computer skills, database management and office machinery
• Valid Driver’s License at time of hire
• Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends
• Ability to maintain professional certification with continuing education credits
• Knowledge of principles and methods for guidance regarding prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical injuries
• Knowledge of human behavior, individual differences in ability, learning and motivation and performance standards
• Knowledge of principles and best practices of athletic training and measurements of effectiveness
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups in collaborative manner

In striving to fulfill its mission, The Potomac School seeks many different voices, viewpoints, and backgrounds. We recognize that differences are a source of strength, and we know that everyone is enriched when each person's contributions and perspectives are valued.

About The Potomac School

The Potomac School is an independent K-12 day school located in McLean, Va. While we are a K-12 school, we are more accurately described as a K through lifetime experience. We nurture the development of our students as unique individuals and as contributing members of a vibrant learning community. Our school comprises four distinct yet interconnected divisions, joined through a shared mission, integrated curriculum, and deeply rooted communal ties. We enjoy the beauty and natural resources of our 90-acre campus, our athletic fields, woods, streams, and ponds providing a rare and wonderful setting for each student's educational journey. Mission: At The Potomac School, we believe that intellectual development, love of learning, and strength of character are complementary, and equally essential, educational goals. With a firm commitment to our core values and a rigorous academic program, we prepare students to lead lives of purpose, achievement, and generosity of spirit.

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