Crossing Guard

Summary

Crossing GuardsThe position of school crossing guard requires the individual to be conscientious of the safety of all children where traffic is a concern. This position is 2 hours a day. 1 hour in the morning before school starts and 1 hour in the afternoon when school gets out.Principal duties and responsibilities:Performs duties to direct school children safely across busy streets watching traffic, and traffic signals, stopping traffic when appropriate.Reports motorists in violation of signals to the supervisor.Reports children violating orders to the school Principal.Performs other duties as requested by the supervisor.Other duties and responsibilities:The ability to work independently with minimum instruction.To be punctual and on duty at specific times.Is responsible for getting a reliable substitute.To make decisions pertaining to the safety of children.Education and experience:There are no specific educational requirements for this position, however, an individual will receive on the job training with a trained professional and supervision until the individual is proficient enough in the job to work alone.Knowledge, skills, and abilities:Ability to be assertive in stopping traffic, using hand signals and/or hand held stop sign.Ability to give instructions to and deal effectively with children.Physical, mental, and visual skills:Good eyesight and hearing to be alert to oncoming traffic.Ability to accurately judge traffic and potential hazards from weather conditions, inattentive or reckless drivers, and determine if children can be safely instructed to cross the street.Working conditions:Must be prepared to work in all weather conditions. Is exposed to potential hazards of traffic at all times.Drug test required:The City of Elkhart is a Drug Free Workplace. Therefore, a post offer, pre-employment drug screen is required. Random drug testing may be conducted after employment.

Job Description

Crossing GuardsThe position of school crossing guard requires the individual to be conscientious of the safety of all children where traffic is a concern. This position is 2 hours a day. 1 hour in the morning before school starts and 1 hour in the afternoon when school gets out.Principal duties and responsibilities:Performs duties to direct school children safely across busy streets watching traffic, and traffic signals, stopping traffic when appropriate.Reports motorists in violation of signals to the supervisor.Reports children violating orders to the school Principal.Performs other duties as requested by the supervisor.Other duties and responsibilities:The ability to work independently with minimum instruction.To be punctual and on duty at specific times.Is responsible for getting a reliable substitute.To make decisions pertaining to the safety of children.Education and experience:There are no specific educational requirements for this position, however, an individual will receive on the job training with a trained professional and supervision until the individual is proficient enough in the job to work alone.Knowledge, skills, and abilities:Ability to be assertive in stopping traffic, using hand signals and/or hand held stop sign.Ability to give instructions to and deal effectively with children.Physical, mental, and visual skills:Good eyesight and hearing to be alert to oncoming traffic.Ability to accurately judge traffic and potential hazards from weather conditions, inattentive or reckless drivers, and determine if children can be safely instructed to cross the street.Working conditions:Must be prepared to work in all weather conditions. Is exposed to potential hazards of traffic at all times.Drug test required:The City of Elkhart is a Drug Free Workplace. Therefore, a post offer, pre-employment drug screen is required. Random drug testing may be conducted after employment.