Crossing Guard pool

SAFETY DEPARTMENT; Pharr (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

PSJA ISD Safety Department in Pharr, Texas, is seeking a Crossing Guard to assist children and community members to safely cross intersections during designated hours. This part-time role reports to Safety Officer/Campus Administration at the assigned campus.

Responsibilities include identifying traffic hazards, maintaining orderly flow of pedestrians and vehicles, and communicating safety rules to students and parents while following district procedures and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of traffic safety regulations
• Ability to identify and respond quickly to traffic safety hazards
• Ability to communicate instructions effectively to both children and adults
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions

Responsibilities

• Assist children and community members to safely cross the street at assigned intersections during designated hours.
• Identify potential traffic safety hazards and respond quickly to protect children and avoid incidents.
• Ensure a smooth and expedient flow of both vehicular and foot traffic.
• Follow and uphold district safety requirements and report traffic violations and student misconduct in accordance with district procedures.
• Communicate safety and traffic rules to students and parents as needed.
• Correct unsafe conditions when possible and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor as soon as practicable.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Skills

Basic knowledge of traffic safety

Identify hazards

Communicate instructions

Read and follow written instructions

Tools

Handheld traffic signs

Traffic cones

Reflective safety attire

Job description

Crossing Guard pool

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Job Details

Job ID: 5627263
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Apr 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Crossing Guard

Reports to:

Safety Officer/Campus Administration

Department:

Assigned campus

Pay Grade

M 1 @ 187 days

Funding Source:

Qualifications

Primary Purpose:

Work under minimal supervision to assist children and others to safely cross the street at assigned intersections during designated hours.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Basic knowledge of traffic safety regulations

Ability to identify and respond quickly to traffic safety hazards

Ability to communicate instructions effectively to both children and adults

Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions

Experience:

None

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Trustees may find appropriate and acceptable

PSJA Leadership Skills and Expectations

In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who are expected to embody theSpirit of PSJAand demonstrate these characteristicsas they lead others.

Positive Engagement

Welcomes staff, students, parents, and community as honored members at the district table

Builds relationships – Builds positive, trusting relationships through frequent interactions which demonstrate care and interest in well-being of all stakeholders

Exhibits professionalism– Exhibits awareness and reflection to manage emotions and engage in continuous personal growth

Models ethics – Exemplifies the values and priorities of the district through consistent actions and service to stakeholders

Communicates effectively- Maintains open lines of two-way communication with staff, students, parents, and community to receive input and provide information for engagement with district vision

Student-centered Excellence

Holds vision and expectations for success for all students and all staff

Demonstrates expertise – Possesses up-to-date knowledge and skills to perform organizational role at a high level of competence

Establishes shared vision – Articulates the school’s mission to the community and solicits support in making that mission become a reality

Implements plans- Works with all stakeholders to implement vision by establishing goal, monitoring progress, and providing resources

Expects results – Pursues exceptional results for all students by holding self and others accountable and driving for continuous improvement

Joint Empowerment

Develops and empowers individuals and teams for effective action

Promotes collaboration – Designs organizational structures to promote collaboration and teamwork for distributed leadership throughout the district

Inspires Action – Motivates others to take responsible risks and perform at their highest level to support district vision and goals

Builds capacity – Provides opportunities for growth to ensure all staff build capacity to support district goals

Develops leaders– Identifies, develops, and places future leaders through rigorous processes and strategic leadership assignments

Adaptive Innovation

Maintains district at the forefront of educational service providers

Scans Environment – Analyzes and applies understanding of internal organization and external environment to assess and respond to the district’s future advancement

Manages change – Demonstrates courage, initiative, and perseverance in bringing about meaningful change to support the shared vision

Champions solutions – Challenges the status quo by collaboratively exploring new and better ways of doing things

Acknowledges outcomes – Creates a positive environment for growth by celebrating success and learning from failure

Technical Skills, Responsibilities and Duties

In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who demonstrate excellence in these technical areas as they lead others

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist children and other community members to safely cross the street at assigned intersections during designated hours.

• Identify potential traffic safety hazards and respond quickly to protect children and avoid incidents.

• Ensure a smooth and expedient flow of both vehicular and foot traffic.

• Follow and uphold district safety requirements and report traffic violations and student misconduct in accordance with district procedures.

• Communicate safety and traffic rules to students and parents as needed.

• Correct unsafe conditions when possible and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor as soon as practicable.

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Handheld traffic signs, traffic cones, reflective safety attire

Posture:

Prolonged standing

Motion:

Constant walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching

Lifting:

Light lifting (less than 15 pounds)

Environment:

Work outside (prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures, sunlight, and humidity); constant exposure to noise and vehicle exhaust; work around moving vehicles and on slippery and uneven surfaces

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under pressure; work with frequent interruption; may work alone

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

It is the policy of the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD not to discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, national origin or age.

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $13.25 Per Hour

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