Substitute Crossing Guard

Urbana School District #116 • Urbana, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the Substitute School Crossing Guard is to fill vacancies that occur when an assigned School Crossing Guard is sick or otherwise unable to be at his/her assigned crosswalk. The School Crossing Guard is responsible for the safety of school children crossing the streets and intersections to and from school. In order to do this successfully, he/she must stop and direct all traffic at the school crossing and direct students when it is safe to cross. The School Crossing Guard must report to his/her assigned post on time each morning and afternoon that school sessions begin/end and remain on duty until all students cross safely. This is a seasonal position held only when the students are in session for the main school year.

Requirements

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older
• Must be able to successfully pass a background check
• Must be able to recognize potential hazards to individuals utilizing the crosswalks.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with children, other pedestrians, and Urbana School District personnel.
• Ability to deal effectively and courteously with people of all ages.
• Must have adequate sight and hearing (with or without reasonable accommodations) to protect children from potential traffic hazards.
• Ability to walk and perform school crossing duties in all weather and traffic conditions.
• Must be available to work when called to cover a crosswalk assignment, with few exceptions.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the safety of all students and pedestrians by controlling the flow of traffic for the crossing of pedestrians at his/her assigned crosswalk.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with the Urbana School District.
• Maintains the appearance and serviceability of all issued equipment.
• Occasionally attends in-service training as required.
• Must be willing to work in all types of weather.

What This Job Offers

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