Crossing Guard

andyfrain; Illinois; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible scheduling

Exclusive employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Workplace that values you

Job summary

andyfrain is hiring school crossing guards to help students get to and from school safely. This part-time role follows the school calendar and offers brief daily shifts before and after the school day.

You will guide students across intersections, monitor traffic for unsafe drivers, and communicate clearly with children, parents, and staff while maintaining a professional presence on each shift.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• Able to work independently and stay calm in emergencies.
• Comfortable interacting with children and the public.
• Physically able to work outdoors in all weather.
• Effective English communication.
• Basic knowledge of local streets.
• Completion of required training.

Responsibilities

• Guide students safely across intersections.
• Keep an eye out for unsafe drivers or suspicious activity.
• Communicate clearly with kids, parents, and school staff.
• Maintain a positive, professional presence every shift.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Dependable

Comfortable outdoors

Interacting with children

Independent worker

Education

Required training completed

Job description

NOW HIRING: SCHOOL CROSSING GUARDS for the 2026/2027 School Year

Make a real impact every day by helping students get to and from school safely. If you're alert, dependable, and great with kids, this role puts you at the heart of the community.

WHAT YOU GET

• Weekly Pay: Steady income you can count on


• Flexible Scheduling: brief, predictable hours -- typically an hour before school and an hour after -- and follows the school calendar for a built‑in work/life balance.


• Exclusive Employee Discounts: Save on everyday products and services


• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential support when life gets tough


• A Workplace That Values You: Supportive environment focused on your well‑being

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Guide students safely across intersections


• Keep an eye out for unsafe drivers or suspicious activity


• Communicate clearly with kids, parents, and school staff


• Maintain a positive, professional presence every shift

WHAT MAKES YOU GREAT FOR THIS ROLE

• You stay calm under pressure


• You're dependable and comfortable working outdoors


• You enjoy interacting with children


• You can work independently and stay focused

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Stop paddle, reflective vest, whistle, plus optional items such as a cell phone, rain gear, reflective gloves, a reflective cap, first‑aid supplies, warm winter gear, and traffic cones.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• 18 years or older


• Able to work independently and stay calm in emergencies


• Comfortable interacting with children and the public


• Physically able to work outdoors in all weather


• Effective English communication


• Basic knowledge of local streets


• Completion of required training