Crossing Guard (#Z038-BA)

Pembina Trails; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 2,000 - 3,300; Full time

Job summary

Pembina Trails School Division is seeking a Crossing Guard to help keep students safe at Bairmore School. Start date: as soon as possible. Hours are morning and midday shifts; pay is $18.16 CAD per shift. This is a school-based position serving the community.

Applicants must be at least 18, have clear English communication, and be able to stand for extended periods. First aid is a bonus. A criminal background check is required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Basic first aid training is a benefit.
• Must communicate clearly with children and others in English.
• Good physical condition including sight, hearing and mobility.
• Criminal background check/child abuse registry check required.

Responsibilities

• Be on time and call out sick in advance.
• Wear reflective vest and carry the STOP paddle while on post.
• Park producing safe visibility and avoid obstructing vision.
• Direct and instruct students/pedestrians to cross street safely near the school.
• Observe and report hazards or incidents to school principal.

Skills

Clear communication

English proficiency

Physical fitness

Traffic safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description

Crossing Guard (#Z038-BA)

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

Contact: Please call Bairmore School at 204-261 3350

Start Date:As soon as possible

Hours of Employment:

• 8:05 AM to 8.15 AM bell
• 11:10 AM to 11.20 AM
• 12:00 PM to 12.10 PM bell
• 2:50 PM to 3:15 PM

Salary: $18.16 per shift

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 check, commit to kids certificate.
• Hours of work: (AM).
  • 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]