Crossing Guard

The Corporation of the City of Sarnia; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal organization in Sarnia is seeking a part-time Crossing Guard to help elementary school children cross roads safely. The position involves monitoring traffic, wearing safety equipment, and being available during school bell times. Ideal candidates are reliable, safety-oriented, and able to work in various weather conditions. This role offers a chance to make a positive impact in the community while enjoying work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Recent Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) dated within the last six months.
• Ability to work in all forms of weather.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as standing and walking for prolonged periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist elementary school children in crossing roads safely.
• Monitor traffic flow to locate safe crossing gaps.
• Wear mandatory safety equipment.
• Work during morning and afternoon bell times and potentially lunch hours.

Skills

Effective communication with children

Traffic monitoring

Decision-making skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Details

Job Status: Temporary, Part-time, Split Shift (up to 15 hours/week)

Union: CUPE Local 3690

Closing Date: This posting will remain active until the vacancy is filled.

Hourly Rate: $19.81/hour

Job Profile

Are you looking for a part-time job that makes a difference in your community? If so, join our team! Enjoy a work-life balance, meet new people, and be a part of a team of Crossing Guards.

These positions will assist elementary school children in crossing roads safely at designated school crossing locations.

Shifts are approximately one hour at each of the morning and afternoon bell times, and some crossings also require lunch hour coverage during regularly scheduled school calendar days.

This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with the 2025-2026 elementary academic calendar.

The Candidate

We’re seeking a reliable and safety‑oriented individual with keen attention and quick decision‑making skills that will make a lasting impact, creating a safe and welcoming environment for the community every day.

Requirements

• Recent Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) dated within the last six (6) months is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with school‑aged children and interact and cooperate with people of diverse ages and backgrounds.
• Wear mandatory safety equipment supplied by the Corporation of the City of Sarnia.
• Able to monitor traffic flow to locate safe gaps through which pedestrians can cross.
• Must be able to work in all forms of weather, including extremes of heat, humidity, cold, rain, snow, sleet and wind.
• Must have the ability to perform the physical aspects of this position including standing and walking for prolonged periods of time and carrying a hand‑held stop sign.

Additional Details

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only candidates invited to an interview will be contacted.