Crossing Guard (PDF)

Town of Lexington; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 14,102,491 - 19,079,760; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Sick days

Personal days

Job summary

The Town of Lexington is seeking a Crossing Guard to help ensure the safety of children in school zones. The role involves standing outdoors for portions of shifts, assisting pedestrians and directing traffic at assigned locations, and maintaining a visible presence to deter unsafe driving near school properties.

Shifts are morning and afternoon on weekdays, with up to 7.5 hours per week. Uniforms are provided, and employees receive limited paid time off per school year.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods in varied weather conditions.
• Punctuality is essential for student safety at the assigned location.
• Ability to move between work sites as needed during the schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist pedestrians crossing and vehicles exiting/entering school property.
• Maintain safety for children crossing streets to and from school.
• Remind drivers to slow down in school zones and be cautious.

Skills

Stamina

Punctuality

Mobility

Safety mindset

Helpful attitude

Job description

Employment Opportunity – Town of Lexington

Position: Crossing Guard

Department: Lexington Police Department

Hourly Rate: $30.88 per hour

Responsibilities

• Assist pedestrians crossing and vehicles exiting or entering the school property.
• Ensure the safety of children crossing the street on their way to and from school.
• Act as a visible reminder to drivers to slow down and be cautious in school zones.
• Help maintain a safe environment for pedestrians.
• Set a positive example of safe pedestrian behavior for children and other members of the community.

Requirements

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must be punctual; the safety of children depends on being in the assigned location on time.
• Ability to independently move between work sites, including unexpected reassignments.
• Commitment to safety.
• Genuine love for helping people.

Duties

• Monday through Friday (Maximum 7.5 hours per week)
• Hours are based on school academic calendar. When school is not in session, no hours will be available.
• Two 45‑minute shifts; one in the morning and another in the afternoon.
• Specific shift times are dependent on assigned location.
• Morning start times range from 7:30 a.m. to 8:20 a.m.
• Afternoon start times range from 2:25 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
• Opportunity for summer work.

Benefits

• Uniform provided (stop sign, safety vest, white gloves).
• Five sick days at the start of every school year (carry over up to 25 days).
• Three personal days at the start of every school year (must use by end of academic year).
• External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case‑by‑case basis.