Crossing Guard

THATCHER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #4; Thatcher (AZ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The Thatcher Unified School District #4 is seeking a Crossing Guard to protect children en route to and from school and to assist pedestrians at crossing points during opening and dismissal hours.

The role requires knowledge of highway safety, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and reliable, cordial communication with the public. Safety vest and adherence to the Crossing Guard Manual are essential, with duties including warning signs placement and traffic monitoring.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of highway safety and regulations.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to relate cordially with people.
• Sound physical health; punctuality.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Dress appropriately for the assigned responsibilities, including safety vest.
• Know and apply information in TUSD Crossing Guard Manual.
• Place and remove warning signs, traffic cones, etc.
• Monitor condition of equipment, roadway, etc. Report repair needs.
• Be alert at all times for children approaching from all directions.
• Instruct children in safety matters and crossing procedures.
• Enforce regulations and behavior guidelines.
• Monitor traffic; escort pedestrians at assigned crosswalk.
• Stay mentally alert; use reasonable measures to prevent an accident and/or improve dangerous situations.
• Know the location of nearest phone(s) and personnel to notify in case of accidents
• Note and report traffic infractions, deviant behavior, accident conditions
• Attend to accident victims as appropriate.

Skills

General highway safety knowledge

Minimal supervision

People skills

Physical health and punctuality

Adaptability to supervisor guidance

Job description

FUNCTION

Protect children en route to and from school, assisting pedestrians at crossing points on adjacent roadways during opening and dismissal hours.

• General knowledge of highway safety and regulations.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to relate cordially with people.
• Sound physical health; punctuality.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

COMPENSATION

Starting at $16.14

REPORTS TO

Maintenance Supervisor

HOURS

17.5 Hours a Week

CLASSIFICATION

Hourly

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT

9 Month

FUNCTION

Protect children en route to and from school, assisting pedestrians at crossing points on adjacent roadways during opening and dismissal hours.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of highway safety and regulations.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to relate cordially with people.
• Sound physical health; punctuality.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

General Responsibilities

• Dress appropriately for the assigned responsibilities, including safety vest.
• Know and apply information in TUSD Crossing Guard Manual.
• Place and remove warning signs, traffic cones, etc.
• Monitor condition of equipment, roadway, etc. Report repair needs.
• Be alert at all times for children approaching from all directions.
• Instruct children in safety matters and crossing procedures.
• Enforce regulations and behavior guidelines.
• Monitor traffic; escort pedestrians at assigned crosswalk.
• Stay mentally alert; use reasonable measures to prevent an accident and/or improve dangerous situations.
• Know the location of nearest phone(s) and personnel to notify in case of accidents
• Note and report traffic infractions, deviant behavior, accident conditions
• Attend to accident victims as appropriate.

RELATED PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stooping, bending, turning, reaching, etc. as necessary in performing duties.
• Lifting, maneuvering, placing moderate loads.
• Standing/working for extended periods of time under variable outdoor weather conditions.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Hourly. Salary as determined by the Board of Education. Evaluation in accordance with Board policy.

The Thatcher Unified School District #4 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, race, color, sex, age, marital status, ethnicity, religion, gender or disability in its educational or employment opportunities. The information contained in this posting is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned at the discretion of the Supervisor and/or Superintendent.