Job Description

Title:   SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD

Position Type: Non-Exempt

Primary Function:

Direct traffic and assist students across the street in a safe and orderly manner.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to complete crossing guard training
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, including in bad weather
• Sufficient strength, agility, dexterity, and oral and written communication skills required to perform all performance responsibilities.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Complete school crossing guard training provided by the School Division
• Direct traffic in a safe and orderly manner
• Assist students at crosswalks to assure their safety
• Monitor students entering and leaving intersections/crosswalks
• Monitor traffic in crosswalk zone and surrounding area
• Report student/motorist safety infractions as directed
• Work effectively with public and school officials on transport and safety matters
• Act in a professional manner exhibiting a positive image in dealing with students, parents, and school division personnel
• Attend workshops and safety meetings as directed.
• Report personal absences to supervisor allowing sufficient time to secure a substitute
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Bus Driver Lead, Manager of Transportation Services, and Principal of school(s) served.

Reports to:

Bus Driver - Lead. Each guard shall be directly responsible to the principal of the school(s) served on matters related to student discipline and patron relations.

Terms of Employment:

180 days per school year. Workshop/in-service as required.

Evaluation:

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of non-licensed personnel.

7/12/1999