Crossing Guard

Young World Physical Education; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Newport Public Schools in Newport, RI is seeking a Crossing Guard at Pell Elementary School to assist students crossing streets at an assigned post and to direct traffic for a safe crosswalk. The position starts for the 2026/2027 school year and runs about ten months, with approximately 2 hours per day at $25 per hour.

Employment requires graduation from high school or a GED, a background check and a pre-employment physical.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Must pass state/national criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be dependable and able to work independently.
• Training provided upon hire and periodic training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in crossing the streets at an assigned post.
• Direct traffic at the school crossing.
• Provide a safe crosswalk for all students.
• Enforce district, school, and city policies and crosswalk rules.
• Abide by traffic laws relating to pedestrian movement.
• Report safety concerns to the supervisor.
• Check in at the assigned school every morning and afternoon prior to shift.
• Perform related work as required.

Skills

Communication with students

Public interaction

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Newport Public School District Pell Elementary School - Newport, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Crossing Guard

Newport Public School District Pell Elementary School - Newport, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Newport Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5874213

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Crossing Guard

LOCATION: PELL

REPORTS TO: Principal/ designee

START DATE: 2026/2027

JOB DESCRIPTION:

EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Required stamina, enthusiasm and the ability to communicate and work directly with students and the general public.
• Must pass state/national criminal background check and pre-employment physical on offer of employment.
• Must be dependable.
• Must have the ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the responsibilities of the job as evidenced through work-related experience and the hiring process.
• Training provided upon hire and periodic additional training and assessment will be required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist students in crossing the streets going to and from school at an assigned post.
• Direct traffic at the school crossing.
• Provide a safe crosswalk for all students.
• Enforce all district, school, and city policies and rules in the operation of the crosswalk.
• Abide by and enforce all laws dealing with pedestrian traffic at the crosswalk.
• Report all problems and safety concerns arising at the crosswalk to immediate supervisor.
• Check in at the assigned school every morning and afternoon prior to starting shift.
• Perform related work as required.

PHYSICAL/ MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing, walking, turning, talking, hearing, seeing and the ability to move quickly when necessary.

EQUIPMENT: Jacket, Vest, and Stop Sign

WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to weather and traffic conditions. Interaction with students and general public.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten months, approximately 2 hour/day, $25/hour

Providing Students Opportunities and Access to the World Through Quality Education

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

"Newport Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services."

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Central Office
• Newport, Rhode Island 02840
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]