School Crossing Guard

City of Memphis • Memphis, TN

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Works under the general supervision of assigned supervisor in conjunction with a School Crossing Guard Coordinator to safely cross children/pedestrians on streets en route to and from school. Assists with traffic only where children/pedestrians are involved. Ensures all traffic is at a complete stop before children/pedestrians can enter the crosswalk or intersection. Enters the street before others to gain control of oncoming traffic by using a stop sign and whistle. Looks in the direction of the children/pedestrians and motions them to proceed into the crosswalk after control of the traffic is maintained. Engages and disengages flashing school zone lights.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to understand written and verbal directives.
• Ability to effectively communicate instructions to the general public, including all ages.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at the time of application.

Responsibilities

• Safely cross children/pedestrians on streets en route to and from school.
• Assist with traffic only where children/pedestrians are involved.
• Ensure all traffic is at a complete stop before children/pedestrians can enter the crosswalk or intersection.
• Enter the street before others to gain control of oncoming traffic by using a stop sign and whistle.
• Look in the direction of the children/pedestrians and motion them to proceed into the crosswalk after control of the traffic is maintained.
• Engage and disengage flashing school zone lights.
• Perform additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED