Crossing Guard

Ohio Department of Education•Fostoria, OH

41d•Onsite

About The Position

The School Crossing Guard helps ensure the safety of students and other pedestrians as they travel to and from school. This role involves managing pedestrian crossings at assigned locations, promoting safe behaviors, and helping create a positive and welcoming environment for students each day. The Crossing Guard will use signs, hand signals, and awareness of traffic flow to safely guide individuals across designated crosswalks.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED required.
Strong communication skills, especially with children.
Ability to follow directions and respond calmly in unexpected situations.
Dependable, punctual, and committed to student safety.
Positive attitude and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Documented evidence of a clear criminal record.
Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).
Demonstrates professionalism and maintains a positive work attitude.
Communicates effectively using verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
Performs activities that may require reaching, crouching, and/or kneeling.
Uses self-control, perseverance, and physical skill to manage students.
Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
Travels to meetings and work assignments.

Responsibilities

Safely guide students and other pedestrians across streets at assigned crossing points before and after school.
Monitor traffic flow and identify safe opportunities for crossing.
Use provided equipment, such as stop signs or flags, to stop traffic when needed.
Communicate and model safe crossing procedures for students.
Encourage safe behavior and discourage unsafe actions in a positive and supportive manner.
Report unsafe situations, roadway concerns, or incidents to the building administrator or district designee.
Assist students with mobility needs or disabilities when necessary.
Maintain punctuality and consistency in scheduled times.
Wear district-provided reflective gear or uniform items for visibility and safety.
Demonstrate professionalism, patience, and responsibility in interactions with students, staff, families, and the community.
Reports evidence of suspected child abuse as required by law.
Participates in staff meetings and professional growth activities as directed.
Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.
Promotes a favorable image of the school district.
Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
Takes precautions to ensure student safety. Does not leave students unsupervised. Reports unauthorized persons or suspicious circumstances immediately.
Complete required training by appropriate deadlines (Vector, Gifted, Science of Reading, etc.)
Accepts responsibility for personal decisions and conduct. Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for others.
Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.