Crossing Guard - West Willow - Before School

Cedar Rapids Community School District; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Prorated personal illness leave

Job summary

Cedar Rapids Community School District is seeking a Crossing Guard at West Willow Elementary School to help children cross streets safely before school.

The role requires wearing a safety vest, using a STOP sign, and working in varied weather. Candidates should be able to work independently and supervise students while keeping positive relations. This position supports a safe, welcoming start to the school day.

Qualifications

• Must complete required training course and pass quiz before beginning employment.
• Willingness to assume responsibility.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Enjoy working with young people.
• Ability to supervise students while maintaining positive relations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of children crossing street intersections at designated crossing areas.
• Wear City provided safety vest and carry STOP sign during all shifts.
• Supervise students and maintain a positive relationship with them.
• Be prepared to work in adverse weather conditions.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Weather adaptability

Independent work

Student supervision

Youth engagement

Education

GED

High School diploma

Job description

Crossing Guard - West Willow - Before School JobID: 15920

• Position Type: Campus Safety/ Security - Crossing Guard
• Date Posted: 8/3/2026
• Location: West Willow Elementary School

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Assure the safety of children crossing street intersections at designated crossing areas.

Must wear City provided safety vest and carry provided STOP sign during all shifts.

CLASSIFICATION

Crossing Guard Employee Group

Not to exceed48 minutes beforeschool (0.8)

EMPLOYMENT DATE

To be arranged.

Qualification: PREPARATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

Must complete required training course and pass quiz before beginning employment.

Willingness to assume responsibility.

Ability to work well with others.

Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions.

Ability to work independently.

Good oral and written communication skills.

Enjoy working with young people.

Ability to effectively supervise students while maintaining a positive relationship with them.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle a portable stop sign; talk and hear. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more that the average person while performing the duties of this job.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud. This would include vehicle traffic and residential equipment noise levels. The employee will work during varied weather conditions including extreme heat and cold. The employee may be required to perform their duties standing or walking on surfaces that are covered with ice and/or snow.

The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Cedar Rapids Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.

Required Education Level:

GED

High School diploma

Hourly Benefit:

Prorated personal illness leave only

Salary Range: $ 13.90per hour

Postings current as of 8/5/2026 6:34:01 AM CST.

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