Crossing Guard

Washington Elementary School District 6 • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Crossing Guard provides for the safety of students and community members at crosswalks and on school property, enforces crosswalk functions and procedures, and maintains student management at crosswalk facilities and school property. The role directs and assists people crossing in established crosswalks and school zones, alerts motorists to the presence of pedestrians, and helps maintain student discipline in accordance with school and District policies. The position also monitors student progress in reading and/or mathematics, places and removes school-zone signs, wears District reflective clothing while on duty, attends District and school meetings, and keeps current on procedures through required safety and crossing guard training. The position is accountable to the Principal and is classified as non-exempt support staff.

Requirements

• Complete the District Crossing Guard Training Program before performing crossing guard duties.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).
• Know school rules, policies, and disciplinary steps; standard safety procedures; City crossing guard procedures; and traffic regulations.
• Be able to work with children, identify and respond to emergencies, apply school disciplinary procedures, maintain a safe environment for children, and communicate effectively with supervisors, staff, and students.
• Regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear; frequently stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; and occasionally sit.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Have close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) before being hired.
• One year of experience as a crossing guard.

Responsibilities

• Direct, monitor, and assist students and community members crossing at established crosswalks and school zones.
• Alert motorists to the presence of students and community members by displaying appropriate signs and stop traffic to allow them to cross.
• Monitor student behavior, maintain discipline, and take appropriate action according to school and District policies and procedures.
• Monitor student progress in reading and/or mathematics.
• Place and remove appropriate signs for established school zones according to the crosswalk operating agreement on file with the school and District.
• Wear and display District reflective clothing while performing crossing guard duties.
• Attend District and school meetings.
• Stay current on District procedures, including by attending safety training programs and the District crossing guard training program.
• Perform other duties as required or duties of a similar nature or level.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed