Crossing Guard (Part-Time)

Pearsallisd; Unterseen; Vor Ort; CHF 27.552 - 41.328; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A local school district in Unterseen is seeking a part-time Crossing Guard to assist children and pedestrians in safely crossing busy intersections. Responsibilities include identifying traffic hazards, maintaining safety, and communicating traffic rules. No prior experience is required, but the ability to work outside and handle stressful situations is essential. This position offers a dedicated time commitment during school hours.

Qualifikationen

• No specific experience required.
• Ability to work outside in varying weather conditions.
• Must maintain emotional control under pressure.

Aufgaben

• Assist students and pedestrians to safely cross the street.
• Identify potential traffic hazards and respond quickly.
• Monitor traffic flow for safe crossings.
• Uphold safety requirements and report violations.

Kenntnisse

Basic knowledge of traffic safety regulations

Ability to identify and respond quickly to traffic safety hazards

Ability to communicate instructions effectively

Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions

Tools

Handheld traffic signs

Traffic cones

Reflective safety attire

Whistle

Jobbeschreibung

Applications will be accepted beginning Monday, August 25, 2025 12:00 AM (Central Standard Time)

Crossing Guard (Part-Time)

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Work under minimal supervision to assist children and others to safely cross the street at assigned intersections during designated hours.

Qualifications:

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Basic knowledge of traffic safety regulations
• Ability to identify and respond quickly to traffic safety hazards
• Ability to communicate instructions effectively to both children and adults
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist students and other pedestrians to safely cross the street at assigned intersections during designated hours (Monday – Friday, 6:50 AM – 7:50 AM & 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM ; Early Out Friday's 12:15 PM-1:15 PM)
• Identify potential traffic safety hazards and respond quickly to protect children and avoid incidents.
• Ensure a smooth and expedient flow of both vehicular and foot traffic.
• Follow and uphold district safety requirements and report traffic violations and student misconduct in accordance with district procedures.
• Communicate safety and traffic rules to students and parents as needed.
• Correct unsafe conditions when possible and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor as soon as practicable.
• Monitor traffic flow to locate safe gaps for students and pedestrians to safely cross streets.
• Discuss traffic routing plans and control point locations with supervisor(s).
• Distribute traffic control signs and markers at designated points.
• Keep abreast with the location and purpose of street traffic signs within assigned patrol areas.
• Attend mandatory training related to job duties.
• Provide appropriate notice to supervisor about absences or tardiness for proper accommodations to be made.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Handheld traffic signs, traffic cones, reflective safety attire, whistle

Posture: Prolonged standing

Motion: Constant walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching

Environment: Work outside (prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures, sunlight, and humidity); constant exposure to noise and vehicle exhaust; work around moving vehicles and on slippery and uneven surfaces

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under pressure; work with frequent interruption; may work alone

Pearsall Independent School District
318 Berry Ranch Road
Pearsall, TX 78061
Phone: [phone] ext 1014
Fax: [phone]
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