Health Sciences Instructor/Athletic Trainer

CVCC

Health Sciences Instructor/Athletic Trainer

SALARY                       See Position Description                                  LOCATION                   Phenix City, AL

JOB TYPE                    Full-Time                                                             JOB NUMBER              2025-10

COLLEGE/DIV             CVCC-505010-Athletics - General                    OPENING DATE           11/24/2025

CLOSING DATE         12/8/2025 11:59 PM Central                          CAMPUS LOCATION   Chattahoochee Valley Community College

Position Summary

NOTE: CHATTAHOOCHEE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE OBSERVES EASTERN TIME. ALL TIMES SHOWN ARE IN EASTERN TIME.

This is a full-time , nine month50% teaching and 50% athletic training position. The employee is responsible for teaching physical education courses at the College and providing treatment to student athletes. This position will require flexible hours and must be able to attend athletic practices and games for four NJCAA teams.

Salary: Salary level will be determined by educational attainment and years of directly related experience according to the Salary Schedule D1. The salary range for nine months $49,854-$94,363. Summer employment may be available (an additional $15,397-$29,184), but is not guaranteed.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the online application system by the deadline 
date in order to be considered.

A complete application packet consists of the following:

• Online employment application 
• Cover letter
• Current resume
• Copies of college transcripts
• Copy of National Certification as an athletic trainer

Verification of experience (employment) will be required after the interview process and prior to an offer of employment. Letter(s) must come from current and/or former employers, verifying employment experience to meet the minimum required qualifications and for appropriate placement on the salary schedule. Letter(s) must include employment dates, employment status, and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature.

Completion of all sections of the online application is required. Application materials, including transcripts, must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. Degrees must be posted on transcripts.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application; however, official transcripts will be required by the College prior to extension of an employment agreement to the successful candidate. Once submitted, all application materials become the property of the College. Requests for copies of application materials, including 

transcripts  will be denied.

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible, as negotiated.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

50% Instructional Duties:

Commitment to Students in the Classroom:

1. Designs and administers at least three evaluations for grade determination each semester.
2. Demonstrates knowledge in teaching discipline.
3. Schedules and teaches physical education classes as assigned.
4. Meets classes for scheduled periods of time.
5. Uses written objectives as criteria evaluation for student performance.
6. Uses appropriate teaching-learning aids, materials, and methodologies.
7. Utilizes instructional technology inthe educational process, including web-based instruction.
8. Maintains accurate class records.
9. Prepares course syllabi and objectives in conjunction with departmental guidelines.
10. Submits syllabi to the Department Chairperson for approval.
11. Distributes syllabi and objectives in all classes.

Commitment to Teaching Discipline:

1. Engages in appropriate professional development in order to remain current in discipline and teaching techniques.
2. Maintains a high level of competence and expertise in the subject area.
3. Demonstrates willingness to assist colleagues with instruction ideas and methodologies.
4. Participates in departmental selection of texts and teaching materials.
5. Recommends appropriate supplementary and complementary subject materials to the Learning Resources Center.
6. Plans, implements, and evaluates both introductory and advanced college transfer courses appropriate to the community college level physical education/health discipline.

Commitment to Students Outside the Classroom:

1. Maintains appropriate office hours.
2. Serves as academic advisor in assisting students in developing educational goals.
3. Assists students in course selection.
4. Participates in the registration process.
5. Attends student functions.

Commitment to the College:

1. Maintains a minimum of a thirty-five (35) hours work week.
2. Participates in the College's planning process.
3. Serves on institutional committees as assigned.
4. Attends all required academic functions(i.e. departmental meetings, faculty meetings, graduation, etc.).
5. Attends campus activities outside the normal work hours, whenever possible.
6. Performs duties within established time frames (i.e. submission of class/office hour forms, class rosters, course grades, reports, lesson plans, etc.).
7. Aggressively recruits students for classes and the college as a whole.

Commitment to the Community:

1. Demonstrates a willingness to serve as a resource person in area of expertise for community organizations, businesses, schools,  or special events.
2. Represents the institution in a positive manner.

50% Athletic Training Duties:

1. Provides treatment and rehabilitation for athletic-related injuries.

1. Evaluates injuries using range of motion tests, manual muscle tests, special tests, and other assessments as needed
2. Documents injuries, treatments, and updates coaches on the status of student athlete injuries.
3. Schedules physician appointments and transports student-athletes to appointments in state vehicles
4. Coordinates student athlete medical follow-up visits, medical consultations, and diagnostic tests, and referrals.
5. Provides athletic training coverage for practices and games, including set-up, pre-treatment, taping, stretching, manual therapy, and other treatment functions as deemed appropriate.
6. Manages emergency action plans: inspects AED for proper maintenance and operational readiness; ensures emergency supplies are available as needed.
7. Serves as liaison between physicians, administrators, coaches, parents, and student athletes regarding injury prevention, diagnosis, care, management, treatment, and rehabilitation.
8. Assist the Athletic Director with claim submissions.
9. Collaborates with coaching staff in developing conditioning, weight training and nutrition programs for athletes.
10. Maintains a clean and appropriately equipped athletic training room: cleans, sanitizes, and organizes medical equipment and supplies.
11. Orders and inventories and supplies for athletic treatment, rehabilitation, and athletic-related emergencies.
12. Coordinates the treatment and rehabilitation of student athletes and athletic trainer coverage for all home games and serves as a positive role model for all students.
13. Submits incident reports and required documentation to the Athletic Director and Dean of Students and Campus Services in compliance with College policies and procedures.
14. Maintains positive relationships with all segments of the community, including coaches, athletic directors, athletic trainers, student athletes, parents, sales personnel, medical personnel, first responders, and officials.
15. Maintains the confidentiality of student athletes and ensures the confidentiality of all documentation and treatment records of student athletes.
16. Refers student athletes to medical practitioners and resources as appropriate.
17. Assists with the annual athletic orientation session at the beginning of fall semester.
18. Assists the Athletic  Director with coordinating athletic drug screens and annual alcohol and drug education programs.
19. Participates in professional development as related to athletic training needs and requirements.
20. Performs other duties as assigned, as related to the position.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Adheres to all policies and procedures set forth by the College.
2. As a Campus Security Authority (CSA), report to the official office designated by the institution to collect crime report information, such as the campus police or security department, those allegations of Clery Act crimes that the CSA conclude were made in good faith.
3. Remains current and enhances professional knowledge and skills through professional development and continuing education.
4. Interacts with and serves a diverse student population in a courteous and friendly manner.
5. Adheres to College standards of professionalism and confidentiality, including courteous and  friendly interaction with other CVCC employees, prospective and current students, parents, and the College and local community.
6. Maintains FERPA and confidentiality of student medical information and departmental information.
7. Assists with recruiting, registration, retention, and enrollment functions as assigned.
8. Participates in pre-college orientation, preview days, and graduation.
9. Participates in the College strategic planning and strategic enrollment management planning and processes.
10. Attends department and division meetings.
11. Performs other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree, from a regionally accredited institution in Physical Education/Health Education/Exercise Science/Kinesiology or a closely related field, or a Master’s with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline from a nationally accredited institution.
   
• National Certification as an athletic trainer and eligibility to obtain appropriate State licensure.
• Two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
•  Effective oral and written communication skills; proficiency in the English language.
• Competent use of the Microsoft Office Suite.

Application  Procedures/Additional Information

All correspondence with applicants regarding this search process will be sent via email.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications indicated on this vacancy announcement and must submit a complete application packet via the online application process by the deadline in order to be considered. PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD PHOTOS.

The online application link is found on the employment page of the College's website at: https: //w w w.c v.edu/about /leadership/human-resources/and

https: //w w w.schooljobs.com/careers/accs/chattahoochee.

Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified.  Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered.  The College will not incur the cost of applicants' interview expenses.

Applicants desiring reasonable accommodations for the interview are encouraged to request such accommodations when contacted for an interview appointment.

The College reserves the right to fill the position within one year of the stated anticipated starting date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations.  Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.

All male applicants between the ages of 18-26 must provide proof of Selective Service Registration.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant selected for employment will be required to sign a consent form and to submit payment for a criminal background check.  Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. In the event a conviction for a felony or any crime involving moral turpitude is found, the procedures established for the Board of Trustees policy concerning criminal background checks will be followed.

Chattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC) is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Program (E- Verify) which electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.  Applicants hired by CVCC will be subject to the E-Verify process pursuant to Act. No. 2011-535.

CVCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment. CVCC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified candidates or employees. CVCC reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.