Crossing Guard Part-Time 2026/2027 School Year

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

• Work under minimal supervision to assist children and others to safely cross the street at assigned intersections during designated hours.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic knowledge of traffic safety regulations
• Ability to identify and respond quickly to traffic safety hazards
• Ability to communicate instructions effectively to both children and adults
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Assist children and other community members to safely cross the street at assigned intersections during designated hours.
• Identify potential traffic safety hazards and respond quickly to protect children and avoid incidents.
• Ensure a smooth and expedient flow of both vehicular and foot traffic.
• Follow and uphold district safety requirements and report traffic violations and student misconduct in accordance with district procedures.
• Communicate safety and traffic rules to students and parents as needed.
• Correct unsafe conditions when possible and report and conditions that are not correctable to supervisor as soon as possible.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment:

Handheld traffic signs, traffic cones, reflective safety attire

Posture:

Prolonged Standing

Motion:

Constant walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching

Environment:

Work outside (prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures, sunlight, and humidity); constant exposure to noise and vehicle exhaust; work around moving vehicles and on slippery and uneven surfaces

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under pressure; work with frequent interruption; may work alone

The above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list.

Calendar Days: 171