Founded in 1961, Sandy Spring Friends School is a Quaker, coed, academically-rigorous day and boarding school serving approximately 620 students from age three through 12th grade. The campus is located on 140 acres in the historic Sandy Spring area of Montgomery County, Maryland, and the School is approved by the Maryland State Board of Education and accredited by the Association of Independent Maryland Schools.

Our school’s culture, rooted in the idea that collaboration engenders achievement, can be traced to our Quaker heritage and abiding belief in the Quaker values of simplicity, equality, honesty, stewardship of the environment, and peaceful resolution of conflict.

Summary: Sandy Spring Friends School is seeking a dynamic and dedicated professional for a dual-role position encompassing Athletic Training and Middle School Health Education. The Athletic Trainer reports directly to the Director of Athletics. This full-time role is split between 70% athletic training and 30% teaching. The ideal candidate will be an adept athletic trainer with a passion for education and student wellness, capable of thriving in both areas of responsibility.

Responsibilities:

Athletic Training (70%)

• Provide comprehensive athletic training services including injury prevention, emergency care, first aid, and injury evaluation. Maintain up-to-date knowledge and application of concussion protocols and emerging practices.

• Serve as the primary point of contact between athletes, their families, coaching staff, and medical professionals. Ensure accurate documentation of injury reports, treatment logs, home care instructions, and referrals.

• Manage the fitness center and training facilities, working in conjunction with the on-campus health center to ensure all physical and emergency forms are up-to-date and properly filed.

• Attend all scheduled team practices and games, which may include evening hours, as coordinated with the Athletic Director.

• Assist the Athletic Director with various departmental tasks and responsibilities.

Middle School Health Teaching (30%)

• Teach an established Middle School health curriculum for grades 6-8, focusing on promoting overall student wellness and health education.

• Foster a supportive and engaging classroom environment that encourages student participation and learning.

• Partnering with the Middle School Counselor who will teach the Social Emotional Health Curriculum

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a health related field preferred

• Certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) is required.

• Previous classroom teaching experience is preferred.

• First Aid, CPR and AED certifications.

• Demonstrate proficiency in current professional literature and best practices related to Physical Education, with a proven ability to integrate technology into the PE curriculum.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, as required by athletic schedules.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, coaches, and medical professionals.

• Embracing diversity, valuing ongoing professional development, and being adaptable to new initiatives are key attributes we seek.

• Familiarity with Quaker beliefs and practices is advantageous, not mandatory.

Please note that the School has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy, which requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of vaccination.

Physical Requirements: Daily desk work includes significant amounts of telephone and computer time as well as mobility around the entire campus. This includes frequent physical activity inside and outside, managing stairs and campus landscape as a part of daily routines.

Commitment to Diversity: Sandy Spring Friends School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or a person's status as a qualified candidate with a disability in administration of its educational program, admission policies, financial aid program, staff hiring, and other school-administered programs.