Athletic Trainer

Position Title:

Athletic Trainer

Compensation:

$60,000 - $75,000

Department:

Burris Laboratory School_D (Eli Jones

Start Date:

08/10/2026

About this opportunity:

Burris Laboratory School welcomes applications for a qualified athletic trainer to support student athletics.

This position provides an opportunity to support the health, safety, and performance of student-athletes through injury prevention, athletic training services, and on-site care during practices and events. The athletic trainer will work closely with coaches and staff to promote safe participation, respond to injuries and emergencies, and assist with sport-specific conditioning programs that support student success.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you will bring:

Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Work with coaches to ensure safety of athletes.
B. Attend games and practices as determined by schedule and need.
C. Support coaching staff in evaluating and implementing sport specific conditioning programs and methods.
D. Develop injury prevention programs and providing athletic training services.
 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Sports Management, Exercise Science, or related field from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advance degree in Sports Management; medical professional certification; experience serving as exercise specialist or trainer.
   

How to apply:

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

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