2026-2027 School Crossing Guard

Young World Physical Education; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 15,456 - 21,628; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$400 monthly contribution towards health insurance

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a part-time School Crossing Guard in La Porte, Texas. The role involves ensuring the safety of children crossing busy roadways and requires the ability to communicate effectively with both children and adults. Responsibilities include maintaining discipline, reporting incidents, and wearing regulatory safety attire.

The salary is between $11.22 and $15.70 per hour, and the position guarantees 4 hours of work per day. The district also provides a health insurance contribution, enhancing the overall benefits of this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Must communicate effectively with children and adults.
• Ability to follow all verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of school children crossing major roadways.
• Maintain discipline and positivity at the crossing site.
• Report any accidents or injuries immediately.

Skills

Communication with children and adults

Ability to follow verbal instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld traffic signs

Traffic cones

Reflective safety attire

Job description

2026-2027 School Crossing Guard

Location: La Porte, Texas. Posted in La Porte Independent School District Transportation.

Job Details

Job ID: 5795041

Application Deadline: May 21, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Overview

Position: School Crossing Guard

Job Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to follow verbal instructions
• Ability to communicate with children and adults

Job Description

Responsible for the safety of school children crossing major roadways at designated areas in the district.

Guarantee of 4 hours per day (2 in the morning and 2 in the afternoon)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist students in crossing assigned roadway’s safely
• Maintain discipline at the crossing site in a positive, caring manner
• Maintain a courteous attitude with motorists at assigned crossing site(s)
• Report accidents and/or injuries immediately to the transportation supervisor
• Wear and maintain the regulation reflective vest
• Place traffic cones/stop signs at assigned roadway crossings

Physical and Environmental Requirements

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

Posture: Prolong standing

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

Lifting: Light lifting (less than 15 pounds)

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

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

Benefits

The district contributes $400 per month to the cost of employee only health insurance, which is $175 per month greater than the state required amount of $225 per month.

Pay and Position Type

Position Type: Part‑Time

Salary: $11.22 to $15.70 per hour

Pay Grade: Manual Trades, Pay Grade 1, 176 days

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Application

Apply online by completing the Manual Trades General application at www.lpisd.org.