POSITION TITLE:        Athletic Trainer & Assistant Athletic Director (Game Supervision)
FLSA CLASSIFICATION:        Exempt, Part-Time (approximately 20 hours per week)
REPORTS TO:            Athletic Director

WORK HOURS:         Onsite 3:00–6:00 PM Monday–Friday for daily administrative coverage. Additional evening hours (up to 9:00 PM) and occasional Saturdays required for home athletic events. Game schedule is set in advance each season.

ABOUT NOTRE DAME DE SION HIGH SCHOOL

Notre Dame de Sion is an independent Catholic and interfaith high school in Kansas City, serving approximately 320 students and 13 varsity level sports (including Dance and Cheer).  Sion empowers young women to discover their purpose, grow in confidence, and use their gifts to shape a more just and compassionate world. Inspired by the legacy of the Sisters of Sion, our school community is grounded in the values of love, respect, openness, connection, and hope.

Sion blends a strong college preparatory curriculum with innovative, experiential learning that engages students in real-world problem solving and meaningful community partnerships. With intentionally small class sizes and a deep commitment to relationship-based teaching, faculty and staff are able to know each student and support their growth—intellectually, socially, and spiritually.

Staff members at Sion are part of a collaborative, mission-driven team. They support one another in the shared goal of nurturing students’ personal and academic development and contribute to a culture of belonging, excellence, and well-being.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Athletic Trainer & Assistant Athletic Director (Game Supervision) plays a vital dual role in student-athlete health and athletic program operations at Sion. From 3:00–6:00 PM each weekday, this position provides onsite after-school administrative supervision and student support. Evening hours and occasional Saturdays are scheduled in advance based on game-day needs and seasonal calendars.
 
As an athletic trainer, the role includes providing on-site care during practices and home games to ensure student-athlete safety, injury prevention, and rehabilitation support. As an assistant athletic director, the position supports home game operations, event staffing, and communication between coaches, families, and school leadership.
 
This is a highly collaborative, mission-aligned position for someone who is passionate about student well-being, detail-oriented event management, and fostering a positive and safe athletic environment.

Sion educators are:

Confident Practitioners: they know their subject and the instructional  techniques to help students meet educational goals.  
Growth-Minded Learners:  they  understand  that knowledge is not finite - students and teachers can grow, learn new things, and accomplish tasks they never knew were possible.
Mindful Communicators: they communicate in a way that is solution-focused, timely, and positive.  This includes verbal, written, and non-verbal communication.
Collaborative Team Players: they pitch in and help with events outside their classroom to make Sion a place that is rich in community and models servant leadership.
Inclusive Community Builders:  they use language and actions that are never destructive of egos. They ensure that students and other faculty members feel a sense of belonging at Sion.  

• Master’s degree in Athletic Training required.
• Current Board of Certification (BOC) as a Certified Athletic Trainer.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience as an athletic trainer in a high school or collegiate setting.
• Experience in athletic administration or game/event management preferred.
• Strong knowledge of injury prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation for adolescent athletes.
• Excellent communication, organization, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond quickly in high-pressure situations.
• Proficient in using athletic training equipment and technology.
• Committed to ongoing professional development in sports medicine and athletic operations.

• Provide prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for student-athlete injuries across all sports.
• Respond to injuries during practices and games with appropriate emergency care.
• Conduct pre-participation evaluations and return-to-play assessments.
• Monitor and support student-athletes’ physical and mental wellness throughout the season.
• Develop individualized rehabilitation plans and collaborate with coaches on progress and return timelines.
• Maintain complete and accurate records of injuries and treatment in compliance with legal and school standards.
• Educate athletes and coaches on injury prevention, conditioning, and healthy practices.

• Assist with supervision and coordination of all home athletic events.
• Oversee game-day logistics including setup, equipment, safety, and event breakdown.
• Support the scheduling and supervision of event staff (scorekeepers, timers, security, etc.).
• Communicate with coaches, officials, and families to ensure smooth event operations.
• Ensure student-athletes follow health and safety protocols during events.
• Support the Athletic Director with administrative tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and facility management.
• Foster a positive environment for athletes, families, and guests.

• Collaborate with coaches, faculty, and school staff to support the holistic development of student-athletes.
• Stay current on best practices in athletic training, student health, and event management.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

• Works in a school environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and transport athletic equipment as needed.
• Requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, and crouch for extended periods.
• Work is performed both indoors (training room, gymnasium) and outdoors (fields, track), including evenings and weekends.
• Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold

About Notre Dame de Sion

Notre Dame de Sion in Kansas City is an independent, Catholic school affiliated with the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph as well as the Congregation of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Sion. The school is owned by a lay corporation and governed by a board of trustees. The campuses include a college preparatory high school for girls and a co-educational elementary and middle school for students pre-kindergarten through grade eight. The Catholic value of respect for the worth and dignity of each individual permeates the atmosphere and culture of the school and is reflected in the loving, nurturing relationships that form among the faculty, staff, volunteers, parents, students, and visiting Sisters of Notre Dame de Sion. Generations of Kansas Citians can attest to the importance of what Sion continues to provide: a unique learning environment that reflects the love God has for each person in his/her individuality and for each culture in its distinctiveness. For over a century, Notre Dame de Sion has continued to encourage students and their families to believe they can and DO make a difference in the world by “Educating Minds. Expanding Hearts. Empowering Lives.”

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