2026-2027 School Crossing Guard

City of Denton • Denton, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assisting elementary school children in crossing the street at designated intersections in a safe and orderly manner.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of municipal traffic regulations OR Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job
• Ability to establish friendly relations and maintain order among elementary school children
• Ability to read and write
• Ability and agility to respond quickly and calmly in emergencies
• Ability to be diplomatic and tactful, yet decisive and firm
• Ability to work outside in all kinds of weather
• Must pass a drug test, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
• Must be able to work 3 hours daily, morning and afternoon, on DISD school days
• The essential functions of this position require the daily use of a handheld stop sign.
• The essential functions of this position are performed outside in varying weather conditions.
• Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish and English

Responsibilities

• Stops traffic flow across streets and intersections that may or may not have a permanent stop sign
• Places traffic cones in the street before school begins and removes at end of school as needed
• Notifies police headquarters of real or potential hazards and pedestrian accidents in the vicinity
• Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

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