Crossing Guard

McKinney ISD

JOB TITLE: Crossing Guard

EXEMPTION STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Director of Safety, Security, and Transportation

PAY GRADE: Hourly

DEPT/SCHOOL: Assigned Location

DATE REVISED: March 2026

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Ensure that each child crosses the designated crosswalk safely.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to comprehend and communicate effectively in English

Ability to work within a diversified culture

Health adequate to perform essential functions of the job

Ability to use technology equipment and software applications as needed for the job

Experience:

No previous experience required

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Each Guard is responsible for complying with attendance guidelines and the work hours of his/her position.
• Guards must be punctual in arriving at the designated time.
• The entire shift must be worked.
• Be neat in appearance.
• Be courteous and businesslike with children, drivers and the general public.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Handheld traffic signs, traffic cones, reflective safety attire

Posture: Prolonged standing

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

Lifting: Light lifting (under 15 pounds)

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

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board Policy on Evaluations.