Boston University Academy is seeking a full-time Athletic Trainer & Assistant Athletic Director to begin in August 2026 (start date flexible). As the school’s Athletic Trainer, the primary responsibility is to work with student athletes on the management, prevention, and recovery from injury. They will be present at practices and games and will be expected to be the first responder in case of injury. As the Assistant Athletic Director, the primary responsibility will be to support the Athletic Director with the administration of a growing athletic program: scheduling, purchasing, and supervision of games and coaches. This person will also be a part of the school’s health and safety team, involved in staff safety training, student health records management and protocols, and emergency response protocols. BUA staff and faculty are also involved in various aspects of school life, including advising, chaperoning trips and events, and leading extracurricular activities.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related experience, but candidates of any experience level are welcome to apply. A successful candidate must be a certified Athletic Trainer. This person should have a passion and a desire for working with high school students, as well as the skills to communicate with them effectively. As a part of Boston University, this person will have the opportunity to take advantage of the athletic training resources of a Division 1 athletic program. For all positions, we look for candidates who enjoy working with colleagues in a collaborative environment, who are flexible and creative, who will fully engage in the life of the school, and who are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable community. The salary range for this position is $62,000 - $82,000 depending on experience.

As the only high school in New England that is part of a major research university, Boston University Academy (BUA) offers students who love learning both a traditional, caring independent school experience and access to a broad range of university courses. In the eleventh and twelfth grades, students follow their passions by regularly completing up to twelve courses from Boston University’s undergraduate curriculum. The school’s 225 students are curious, capable, and kind. They come from 45 cities and towns in the Greater Boston area. 54% of students identify as students of color. 27% of students are on financial aid — a reflection of BUA’s commitment to equity and access.

Boston University’s generous benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, and paid time off. Full-time employees are also eligible for tuition remission for graduate work at Boston University, and remission extends to dependents as well. For more details on benefits, please refer to the Boston University benefits page here. 

To apply, please send a resume, list of references (if available), and cover letter addressed to Dave Stone, Athletic Director, to buacareers@bu.edu.

About Boston University Academy

Founded in 1993, Boston University Academy (BUA) is an academically rigorous, small independent day school located on the Boston University campus. As the only high school in New England that is part of a major research university, BUA offers students who love learning both a traditional, caring independent school experience and access to a broad range of university courses. Small class sizes and close relationships with BUA faculty allow students to nurture their talents. In the eleventh and twelfth grades, students follow their passions by regularly completing up to twelve courses from Boston University’s undergraduate curriculum. BUA students in good academic and disciplinary standing gain automatic admission to Boston University. BUA students’ defining characteristics are curiosity and kindness. They come from roughly 50 cities and towns in the Greater Boston area. BUA’s mission: At Boston University Academy, kind and curious students who love learning are challenged to read deeply and think critically, to explore adventurously at Boston University, and to engage meaningfully in our community and beyond.

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