Crossing Guard

Sahuarita Unified School District; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Sahuarita Unified School District is seeking a Crossing Guard to assist children crossing intersections and designated crosswalks on the way to and from school, in the morning and afternoon, ensuring pedestrian safety and calm traffic flow around school zones. This 10-month, part-time position requires a high school diploma or GED (preferred) and no prior experience.

The role demands reliable communication with staff, basic safety knowledge, and the ability to perform duties outdoors in varied

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Ability to communicate and work well with staff.
• Knowledge of traffic laws, possession of a driver’s license or passing score on a motor vehicle assessment.
• Basic knowledge of safety practices and first aid.

Responsibilities

• Directs actions of children at intersections or crossing points.
• Escorts students and pedestrians across streets at crossings.
• Records license numbers of vehicles disregarding traffic signals and reports to administrator or law enforcement.
• Places and removes caution signs before/after duty hour.
• Demonstrates patience, courtesy, and tact in interactions.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

No prior experience required

Communication skills

Knowledge of traffic laws (driver's license or MV assessment)

Safety and first aid knowledge

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Crossing Guard
• Date Posted: 9/14/2026
• Date Available: 09/25/2026

TITLE: Crossing Guard

CONTRACT TERMS: 10 month (2 Hours/day)

SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Support Staff Salary Schedule – Group A

• $15.75

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists children and others in crossing intersection or designated crosswalk on the way to and from school in the morning and in the afternoon. Protects the safety of children and other pedestrians at all times while on duty.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Directs actions of children at street intersections or designated crossing points;
• Escorts students and any pedestrians using school crossings, across the street;
• Records license numbers of vehicles disregarding traffic signals and stop signs of guard and reports them to site administrator or law enforcement;
• Places caution signs at designated points before duty hour and removes them at end of shift, returning to appropriate storage location;
• Incumbent will exhibit patience, courtesy and tact in dealing with others;
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

A. REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED, preferred;
• No prior experience required;
• Ability to communicate and work well with staff;
• Knowledge of traffic laws as exhibited by possession of a driver's licence or passing score on a motor vehicle assessment;
• Basic knowledge of safety practices and first aid.

B. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs;
• Ability to perform duties requiring extensive walking, standing and bending;
• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces;
• Ability to tolerate varied outdoor weather and climatic conditions, including extreme temperature conditions, including expose to direct sun.
• COMMITMENT & DEPENDABILITY
• Willingness to perform as an integral member of a successful team;
• Dedication to providing the highest level of service;
• Willingness to adhere to policies and procedures.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

A. TIME MANAGEMENT: Routine work with little planning required;

B. STRESS MANAGEMENT: Minimal stress involved with work;

C. PUBLIC CONTACT: Requires extensive contact with public;

D. LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY: Must use sound judgment in performing work.

EVALUATION PROCEDURE: In accordance with provisions specified in Governing Board policy.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to school/site administration

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Sahuarita Unified School District does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.