Crossing Guard/Traffic Control Attendant (Part-Time)

Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School is seeking a reliable traffic safety attendant to oversee arrival and dismissal, directing vehicles and pedestrians to ensure safe, orderly flow in the parking areas.

The role requires a safety-minded, courteous individual who can handle busy periods and communicate effectively with students, families, staff, and visitors. 10-month position with morning and afternoon shifts.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to remain alert and exercise sound judgment in a busy environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and courteously with children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of students, families, staff, and visitors during arrival and dismissal.
• Direct vehicle traffic into and through parking lots per established patterns.
• Control pedestrian crossings; coordinate with traffic personnel and security officers.
• Monitor traffic conditions and adjust pace to prioritize safety and minimize congestion.
• Communicate clearly with drivers and pedestrians.
• Assist with orderly drop-off and pick‑up operations.
• Report safety concerns, hazards, accidents, or unusual situations.
• Represent the school professionally and courteously.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety-minded

Communication

Traffic control

Customer service

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Date Available: August 2026Job Summary and Scope of Responsibility: Ensures the safe and efficient arrival and dismissal of students each day by directing vehicle traffic, assisting pedestrians in crossing designated lanes, and maintaining an orderly flow of cars through the school's parking lots. Requires a safety-minded, dependable, observant individual comfortable interacting courteously with students, families, staff, and visitors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of students, families, staff, and visitors during arrival and dismissal.
• Direct vehicle traffic into and through parking lots per established patterns.
• Control pedestrian crossings; coordinate with traffic personnel and security officers.
• Monitor traffic conditions and adjust pace to prioritize safety and minimize congestion.
• Communicate clearly with drivers and pedestrians.
• Assist with orderly drop-off and pick‑up operations.
• Report safety concerns, hazards, accidents, or unusual situations.
• Represent the school professionally and courteously.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Ability to remain alert and exercise sound judgment in a busy environment. Ability to communicate clearly and courteously with children and adults. Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently. Prior experience in traffic control, crossing guard duties, security, customer service, or related field helpful but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Commitment to student safety.
• strong situational awareness.
• calm demeanor under pressure.
• professional and reliable.
• good judgment and decisiveness.
• friendly and respectful with customer service skills.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; work outdoors in varied weather; see and hear approaching vehicles and pedestrians; use arm motions and voice commands to direct traffic; occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment

Outdoor work in varying weather conditions; vehicle traffic with moderate noise levels.

Schedule

Morning shift Mon–Fri 7:45–8:45 a.m.; Afternoon shift Mon–Thu 3:00–4:00 p.m., Fri 2:15–3:15 p.m.; 10-month position beginning in late August.

Compensation

Hourly, non-exempt; $17.05 per hour.

Benefits

Not eligible for benefits.