Crossing Guard (#009-CC)

Pembina Trails; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 3,300 - 3,900; Full time

Job summary

Pembina Trails School Division in Winnipeg, MB is seeking Crossing Guards for various shifts to assist students and ensure safe street crossings near schools. The position offers a salary of $18.16 per shift and requires clear communication with children; duties include directing pedestrians, wearing reflective vest, and using a STOP paddle when on duty.

Qualifications include being at least 18 years old, basic first aid (beneficial), good English language skills, and the ability to stand for

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Basic first aid training, not required but considered a benefit.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with children and others and have good English language skills.
• Complete and pass a criminal background check/child abuse registry.
• Hours of work: shifts may be 15–30 minutes; staff are paid for 1 hour of work at each shift.

Responsibilities

• Be on time. Call out sick well in advance.
• Wear the reflective vest and carry the STOP paddle while on post.
• Park your vehicle in a safe and legal location.
• Direct students/pedestrians in crossing the street and highway near the school.
• Encourage safe crossing behaviour and discourage unsafe behaviour.
• Inform motorists that pedestrians are about to cross and have right of way.
• Observe and report hazardous conditions.
• Remain at post during hours of duty and do not leave early.
• Set a good example and work as part of a team.

Skills

English proficiency

18+ years old

Background check readiness

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Applications will be accepted
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 12:00 AM - Tuesday, September 1, 2026 11:59 PM
(Central Standard Time)

Pembina Trails School Division is committed to removing barriers to ensure employment opportunities are accessible for all applicants. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact: [e-mail]

Pembina Trails School Division is committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from members of equity‑deserving groups with diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

Crossing Guard (#009-CC)

Crossing Guard

Hours of Employment: variousshifts

Salary: $18.16 per shift

Contact: Please callChancellorSchool at 204-261-9535.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age;
• Basic first aid training, not required but considered a benefit;
• Must be able to communicate clearly with children and others and have good English language skills;
• Physical Requirements:
  • Good physical condition, including sight, hearing and mobility.
  • Vision and hearing sufficient to perceive potential traffic hazards.
  • Be able to hold a hand held stop sign for extended periods of time.
• Complete and pass a criminal background check/child abuse registry.
• Hours of work: potential for 3 shifts (AM, Lunch, PM).
  • Shifts are typically 15-30 minutes but staff are paid for 1 hour of work at each shift, which allows the crossing guard some leeway if students are late getting to school.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be on time. Call out sick well in advance.
• Always wear the reflective vest and carry the traffic STOP paddle while on post.
• Park your vehicle in a safe and legal location where it will not obstruct your vision of traffic.
• Control, direct and instruct students/pedestrians in crossing the street and highway at or near the school.
• Encourage patterns of safe behaviour by pedestrians when crossing a roadway.
• Discourage unsafe behavior by all pedestrians, as necessary.
• Inform motorists, by the appropriate signals, that pedestrians are using or are about to use the crosswalk and that they have the right to cross.
• Observe and report incidents and conditions that are hazardous.
• Remain standing at your post during hours of duty. Never sit in your vehicle while on duty.
• Never leave your post during hours of duty. If a family emergency arises, contact the school principal to arrange for relief.
• Set a good example at all times.
• Working together as a team, for those working in pairs.
• Maintain a positive, professional manner to set a good example and gain the respect of community members and children
• Do not smoke or use tobacco products, use profanity or be under the influence of drugs or alcohol while on duty. This includes the use of medical marijuana.
• Do not use a personal cell phone or other electronic device while on duty, unless necessary to report an emergency.
• Do not read or listen to music. Earbuds are not allowed to be used.
• Do not engage drivers in conversation.
• Caution is to be exercised when using prescription or non-prescription medications which will cause drowsiness.
• Do not touch children or allow children to sit in your vehicle.
• Assist teachers, parents and police in instructing school children about safe practices on streets and highways at all times and places.
• Report any concerns and/or incidents to the school principal.
• Crossing guards must be at their posts at their designated times and should remain on duty until the end of their shift.

PEMBINA TRAILS SCHOOL DIVISION
181 Henlow Bay
Winnipeg MB R3Y 1M7
P: 204.488.1757
[e-mail]