Elementary School Crossing Safety Aide (Part-Time)

Tacoma Public Schools; Washington; On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Tacoma Public Schools seeks a part-time Crossing Guard to supervise elementary crosswalks and help students cross the street safely. The position involves up to 2 hours per day, determined by the building administrator, with potential split times before and after school.

Responsibilities include stopping traffic with a flag, monitoring student behavior, and reporting unsafe incidents. Training is desirable, and protective duties align with district safety policies and community expectations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of crosswalk safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to work cooperatively with school staff.
• Ability to treat students with fairness and respect.
• Ability to build effective work and student relationships in a diverse setting.

Responsibilities

• Stop traffic with a flag to allow students to cross safely and monitor gaps to minimize disruption.
• Observe students’ behavior and remain alert to prevent unsafe situations.
• Report inappropriate student behavior and drivers who fail to stop when signaled.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Crosswalk safety policies

Cooperative with staff

Fairness with students

Multi-cultural relationship building

Education

District crossing-guard training desirable

Job description

Tacoma Public Schools seeks a part-time Crossing Guard to supervise elementary crosswalks and help students cross the street safely. The position involves up to 2 hours per day, determined by the building administrator, with potential split times before and after school.

Responsibilities include stopping traffic with a flag, monitoring student behavior, and reporting unsafe incidents. Training is desirable, and protective duties align with district safety policies and community expectations.