Elementary School Crossing Safety Aide

Tacoma Public Schools (WA); Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Tacoma Public Schools is seeking a part-time Crossing Guard to supervise elementary students at crosswalks and help them cross streets safely. The position involves up to 2 hours per day, split between before and after school as determined by the building administrator.

The role focuses on stopping traffic with a flag, monitoring student behavior, and reporting unsafe driver actions. Training is desirable, with an emphasis on crosswalk safety and cooperative work with staff.

Qualifications

• Completion of district training for school crossing guards is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of building policies and procedures related to crosswalk safety is beneficial.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff and manage student interactions calmly.

Responsibilities

• Stops oncoming traffic using a flag to permit students to cross safely and notes gaps in traffic.
• Monitors student behavior and remains alert for unsafe situations to prevent accidents.
• Reports inappropriate student behavior and vehicles that do not stop when signaled.

Skills

Crosswalk safety

Student supervision

Traffic monitoring

Communication

Education

Crossing guard training (desirable)

Tools

Flag signaling

Job description

Tacoma Public Schools is seeking a part-time Crossing Guard to supervise elementary students at crosswalks and help them cross streets safely. The position involves up to 2 hours per day, split between before and after school as determined by the building administrator.

The role focuses on stopping traffic with a flag, monitoring student behavior, and reporting unsafe driver actions. Training is desirable, with an emphasis on crosswalk safety and cooperative work with staff.