Crossing Guard - East Point Elementary

City of St. John's; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government body in Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking responsible adults for the role of crossing guard. You will ensure children's safety while crossing busy streets during school hours. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively and maintain a courteous attitude towards students and the public. The position requires working outside in all weather conditions, for two hours a day during school sessions. Training is provided.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with traffic regulations pertaining to pedestrian crosswalks is considered an asset.
• Clear and effective communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of children crossing busy street intersections.
• Maintain a pleasant, courteous attitude toward children and the public.
• Report dangerous driving or crossing practices to authorities.
• Escort children across the street safely.

Skills

Familiarity with traffic regulations

Clear and effective communication

Job description

Overview

The City of St. John's is seeking responsible adults who are interested in making a difference in their community. Crossing guards play an important role in keeping children safe on their way to and from school by assisting them with crossing the street in a safe and controlled environment. Crossing guards are assigned to primary and elementary schools during school arrival and dismissal times.

Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of children crossing busy street intersections
• Maintain a pleasant, courteous and helpful attitude toward children, their guardians and the public
• Report dangerous driving, crossing practices, or problems to the appropriate authorities
• Escort children across the street using caution and displaying a crossing sign
• Prevent children from crossing the street until it is safe to do so
• Establish and maintain effective relations with the school children and the public

The successful applicant will be required to participate in all training programs applicable to this position and other related work. The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with traffic regulations pertaining to pedestrian crosswalks is considered an asset
• Clear and effective communication

Other Requirements

• Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) Criminal Record Screening Certificate AND Vulnerable Sector Check (or equivalent) – dated not more than six months prior to hire

Working Conditions

Working outside in all weather conditions.

Hours of Work

This position works for 1 hour in the morning and 1 hour in the afternoon (2 hours per day), Monday - Friday (when school is in session).

Period Of Employment

ASAP – June 2026.

Equal Opportunity

This City of St. John's is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the employment of a qualified workforce which reflects the community's diversity.

Salary, seniority level, employment type, job function and industries are described as follows:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Government Administration