Crossing Guard (#017-HG)

Pembina Trails School Division; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Pembina Trails School Division is seeking a Crossing Guard to help ensure student safety at school crossings. The role involves directing pedestrians, managing crossing points, and maintaining safety procedures during shifts.

Ideal candidates communicate well in English, are physically capable, and can pass a background check. Shifts vary (AM, Lunch, PM) with compensation noted per shift, and inquiries can be directed to the indicated contact number.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Basic first aid training is a benefit.
• Must communicate clearly with children and have good English language skills.
• Physical requirements include good overall condition, vision and hearing sufficient to perceive hazards.
• Criminal background check/child abuse registry clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Be punctual and call out sick well in advance.
• Wear reflective vest and carry the STOP paddle while on post.
• Park safely and unobstruct traffic vision.
• Direct and instruct students/pedestrians crossing streets near the school.
• Report incidents that are hazardous to the school principal.

Skills

First aid

English language

Traffic safety

Criminal background check

Education

Minimum age 18

Job description

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

Hours of Employment

various shifts

Salary

$18.16 per shift

Contact

Please call Bonnycastle School at 204-489 1370.

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.