Crossing Guards

Northampton Area School District; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a reliable Crossing Guard to help ensure the safety of children at designated crossings. Responsibilities include controlling traffic and directing students as they cross the street. Candidates must have a high school diploma, live within thirty minutes of the post, and possess the ability to handle traffic and children safely. This role requires working Monday through Friday with no benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must live within thirty (30) minutes of post.
• Assures compliance with Employment Eligibility, Background Checks, Pre-Employment Drug Testing.

Responsibilities

• Controls vehicular traffic to assure safe crossing for children.
• Directs school children to cross the street at designated areas.
• Wears safety vest while directing traffic and crossing children.

Skills

Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with students, staff, and the public

Knowledge of applicable traffic laws

Ability to handle situations at the crossing

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Crossing Guard positions are available for the Northampton Borough.

Monday through Friday - approximately 6:45 AM to 9:00 AM and approximately 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Position

TITLE: Crossing Guard

REPORTS TO: Chief of Police

Job Summary

JOB SUMMARY: Works with the Chief of Police to ensure school safety requirements are met for children crossing the street.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent, required
• Assures compliance with Employment Eligibility, Background Checks, Pre-Employment Drug Testing, and Physical Examination/TB Test
• Possesses ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
• Possesses ability to deal courteously and tactfully with students, staff, and the public
• Must live within thirty (30) minutes of post
• KNOWLEDGE OF:
  • Applicable traffic laws, school district regulations, policies and procedures
  • Must have the ability to handle situations that may occur with children at the crossing area(s)
  • Must have the ability to deal with dissatisfied individuals

Primary Job Functions

• Controls vehicular traffic as necessary consistent with the safety of all concerned to assure safe crossing for children
• Directs school children to cross the street at the designated areas
• Controls traffic with the assistance of a hand-held stop sign and/or traffic signal light
• Wears safety vest while directing traffic and/or crossing children
• Instructs all school children to walk at the crossing point
• Must be dependable and punctual
• Must have good attendance

Physical Demands and Lifting

MEASURED IN TERMS OF FREQUENCY - select A, B, C or D for the Lifting & Body Movements

A B C D
NOT AT ALL OCCASIONALLY FREQUENTLY CONSTANTLY
0% 1 - 33% 34 - 66% 67 - 100%

Physical Demands

• Possesses ability to move about the assigned traffic/crossing area(s): D
• Possesses ability to stand and patrol area in adverse weather: D
• Possesses ability to work in an outdoor environment for all seasons, with exposure to traffic hazards and/or vehicle exhaust fumes: C

Transport

• Up to 10 lbs: D
• 11 to 20 lbs: B
• Beyond 20 lbs: A

Term of Employment

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 180 Days, or all days school is in session for students; Hourly rate of compensation as directed by the Northampton Area Board of Education; no benefits

FLSA Status

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

Northampton Area School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization