Crossing Guards

Location : Andover Public Schools, Andover, MA
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: S26079
Department: Business Office
Opening Date: 07/09/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Minimum Hours per Week: 10

Description

School Crossing Guards are responsible for directing traffic at assigned crossings to protect school children and to provide for the orderly movement of traffic.

Responsibilities

Distinguishing Characteristics

-Works under the supervision of the Transportation Coordinator.

-Performs routine work requiring judgment in supervising safety of children.

-Must have ability to report directly to assigned crossing stations, be on time, and remain there until the conclusion of the assignment.

-Errors could result in considerable traffic delays and possible injury of a pedestrian or child.

-Has frequent contact with school children. Minimal physical effort required in performing duties. Working conditions can vary with changing weather conditions.

Examples of Work

-Supervise children and pedestrians while crossing busy street intersections.

-Direct street traffic.

-Should be alert for present or potential traffic hazards in the area surrounding the assigned crossings. Submit to the Transportation Coordinator a written report of any such hazards with a recommendation for remedial steps to be taken.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Ability, Skill

-Ability to perform under varying weather conditions.

-Ability to supervise children.

-Ability to follow safety policies.

Supplemental Information

Andover Public Schools (APS) seeks candidates who embody our ethos, which includes valuing the identities of all students, high expectations for all students, teaching excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, and responsibility.
APS is committed to hiring and supporting a racially and ethnically diverse faculty and staff. Racially and ethnically diverse teachers produce a myriad of positive outcomes for all students, especially the most historically marginalized students.