Crossing Guard

Vail Unified School District • Tucson, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists children and other pedestrians in crossing an intersection or designated crosswalk on the way to and from school. Protects their safety while on duty. The schedule is 7:15 a.m.–8:15 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m.; the position is scheduled for 181 days per year.

Requirements

• Elementary education or equivalent.
• Knowledge of traffic laws, demonstrated by possession of a driver’s license or a passing score on a motor vehicle assessment.
• Basic knowledge of safety practices and first aid.
• Ability to see, hear, and speak.
• Ability to use common sense to carry out the position’s essential functions and ensure student safety, exercise judgment in accordance with established procedures, and handle emergencies.
• Ability to walk, stand, and lift; stand for long periods; walk on uneven surfaces; and tolerate varied outdoor weather and climatic conditions, including extreme temperatures and direct summer sun.

Responsibilities

• Direct children at street intersections or designated crossing points.
• Escort students and other pedestrians across the street at school crossings.
• Record license plate numbers of vehicles that disregard traffic signals or the crossing guard’s stop signs, and report them to the site administrator or law enforcement.
• Place caution signs at designated points before duty and remove them at the end of the shift, returning them to the appropriate storage location.
• Protect pedestrian safety while on duty and demonstrate patience, courtesy, and tact when dealing with others.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED