School Crossing Guard

Municipality of Bethel Park•Bethel Park, PA

3d•$17 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

The Bethel Park Police Department is currently taking applications for School Crossing Guards for the 2026-2027 school year. This part-time position works under the direct supervision of the School Crossing Guard Sergeants, who report to the Administrative Lieutenant of the Police Department.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older
Must be able to walk and stand for a minimum of 1 ¼ hours in the morning and 1 ¼ hours in the afternoon
Must have a working cell phone and valid email address
Must have access to reliable transportation and possess a valid PA Driver’s License
Applicant must complete all Act 34 and Criminal History Record Clearances as required prior to application
Ability to work Monday – Friday, following the Bethel Park School District schedule
Flexibility to work a modified schedule, shift, or assignment location
Schedules will occasionally vary to accommodate delays, early dismissal and school holidays
The Guard must remain on their post for the full shift to receive payment for a shift worked

Nice To Haves

Bethel Park residency not required but preferred

Responsibilities

Assists elementary and intermediate children in crossing the street at designated intersections in a safe and orderly manner
Ensure children and other pedestrians are waiting safely away from the roadway
The safety of the children under their control is paramount
Oversee the safe conduct of children while waiting for, exiting and dispersing from the school bus
Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
The school crossing guard must position themselves in a highly visible and safe location and control traffic for the children’s safe crossing of streets and roads
Communicate effectively with children, pedestrians, and motorists, providing safety instructions and directions
Stand on the side of the street where the children approach if possible
Monitor traffic flow to identify potential hazards and ensure safe crossing conditions
Use hand signals to stop and direct traffic to allow children and pedestrians to safely cross streets and load/unload buses
May observe and report suspicious vehicles or person, report safety hazards to the police
The Guard, while at their assigned post, must remain in a position where they are easily observed by pedestrians seeking to cross the street and where they are able to observe anyone approaching the crosswalk
Crossing Guards may use their vehicle for shelter if necessary during extreme inclement weather