Crossing Guard pool

Crossing GuardReports to:Safety Officer/Campus AdministrationDepartment:Assigned campusPay GradeM 1 @ 187 daysFunding Source:QualificationsPrimary Purpose:Workunder minimal supervision to assist children and others to safely cross the street at assigned intersections during designated hours.Special Knowledge/Skills:Basic knowledge of traffic safety regulationsAbility to identify and respond quickly to traffic safety hazardsAbility to communicate instructions effectively to both children and adultsAbility to read, understand, and follow written instructionsExperience:NoneSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Trustees may find appropriate and acceptablePSJA Leadership Skills and ExpectationsIn PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who are expected to embody the Spirit of PSJA and demonstrate these characteristics as they lead others.Positive EngagementWelcomes staff, students, parents, and community as honored members at the district tableBuilds relationships - Builds positive, trusting relationships through frequent interactions which demonstrate care and interest in well-being of all stakeholdersExhibits professionalism - Exhibits awareness and reflection to manage emotions and engage in continuous personal growthModels ethics - Exemplifies the values and priorities of the district through consistent actions and service to stakeholdersCommunicates effectively- Maintains open lines of two-way communication with staff, students, parents, and community to receive input and provide information for engagement with district visionStudent-centered ExcellenceHolds vision and expectations for success for all students and all staffDemonstrates expertise - Possesses up-to-date knowledge and skills to perform organizational role at a high level of competenceEstablishes shared vision - Articulates the school's mission to the community and solicits support in making that mission become a realityImplements plans- Works with all stakeholders to implement vision by establishing goal, monitoring progress, and providing resourcesExpects results - Pursues exceptional results for all students by holding self and others accountable and driving for continuous improvementJoint EmpowermentDevelops and empowers individuals and teams for effective actionPromotes collaboration - Designs organizational structures to promote collaboration and teamwork for distributed leadership throughout the districtInspires Action - Motivates others to take responsible risks and perform at their highest level to support district vision and goalsBuilds capacity - Provides opportunities for growth to ensure all staff build capacity to support district goalsDevelops leaders - Identifies, develops, and places future leaders through rigorous processes and strategic leadership assignmentsAdaptive InnovationMaintains district at the forefront of educational service providersScans Environment - Analyzes and applies understanding of internal organization and external environment to assess and respond to the district's future advancementManages change - Demonstrates courage, initiative, and perseverance in bringing about meaningful change to support the shared visionChampions solutions - Challenges the status quo by collaboratively exploring new and better ways of doing thingsAcknowledges outcomes - Creates a positive environment for growth by celebrating success and learning from failureTechnical Skills, Responsibilities and DutiesIn PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who demonstrate excellence in these technical areas as they lead othersMajor Responsibilities and Duties:Assist children and other community members to safely cross the street at assigned intersections during designated hours.Identify potential traffic safety hazards and respond quickly to protect children and avoid incidents.Ensure a smooth and expedient flow of both vehicular and foot traffic.Follow and uphold district safety requirements and report traffic violations and student misconduct in accordance with district procedures.Communicate safety and traffic rules to students and parents as needed.Correct unsafe conditions when possible and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor as soon as practicable.Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.Supervisory Responsibilities:NoneMental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Tools/Equipment Used:Handheld traffic signs, traffic cones, reflective safety attirePosture:Prolonged standingMotion:Constant walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reachingLifting:Light lifting (less than 15 pounds)Environment:Work outside (prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures, sunlight, and humidity); constant exposure to noise and vehicle exhaust; work around moving vehicles and on slippery and uneven surfacesMental Demands:Maintain emotional control under pressure; work with frequent interruption; may work aloneThis document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.It is the policy of the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD not to discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, national origin or age.

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