Pool - Substitute Crossing Guards (SY 26-27)

Young World Physical Education; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education seeks Substitute Crossing Guards in Providence to ensure child pedestrian safety at school crossings. Candidates must manage traffic to help students cross safely, requiring strong stamina and outdoor work capability.

A High School Diploma or GED is preferred. The role involves working independently and effectively communicating safety instructions to children. The substitute position offers a pay rate of $16 per hour.

Qualifications

• Ability to escort pedestrians across streets safely.
• Knowledge of basic safety rules and driving procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate with children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Assemble children behind curb lines awaiting traffic signals.
• Interrupt traffic to escort pedestrians across streets.
• Observe and report unsafe driver behavior and student violations.

Skills

Stamina to stand for long periods

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Communication skills in English

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Pool - Substitute Crossing Guards (SY 26-27)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Providence Public Schools District (PPSD) seeks SUBSTITUTE CROSSING GUARDS who are highly qualified and skillful to join our community of teachers, students and stakeholders.

We serve approximately 22,000 students at 37 elementary, middle, and high schools. Approximately 55% of students come from homes where English is not the primary language spoken. Combined, our students and families speak over 55 different languages and hail from 91 countries of origin.

The Substitute Crossing Guard works under the supervision of the Support Service Supervisor of Providence Public Schools. This position provides child pedestrian safety by facilitating safe passage of school children across high traffic streets and intersections. This position requires serious commitment to be at the Crossing Guard post/corner on each school day, before and after school hours.

Education, Training and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

Minimum Qualifications Standards

• Must possess stamina to stand for long periods of time, mobility to escort pedestrians across streets; ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and with exposure to traffic; vision to read printed materials and license plates, and hearing and speech to communicate in person.
• Knowledge of basic safety rules; basic safe driving rules and procedures; and techniques for communicating with children and adults.
• Ability to obtain the attention and cooperation of school children and other pedestrians; observing and recording license numbers and incident details accurately; following oral and written directions; and communicating and acting effectively with co‑workers, the supervisor, and the general public.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities

• Assembles children and other pedestrians behind curb lines awaiting traffic lines or signal changes
• Interrupts traffic and escorts pedestrians into the street allowing them to cross safely
• Instructs children in proper procedures for safe street crossing
• Observes vehicle movements and, safety permitting, records license numbers of vehicles whose drivers are jeopardizing safe street crossing by operating their vehicles in an unsafe manner and reports them to the Police Department
• Reports students who do not adhere to safe street crossing procedures to appropriate school officials
• Must have a viable means of transportation
• Must have the ability to work independently
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

EEO Statement

Providence Public Schools is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is actively seeking to increase minority recruitment among its administrators and teaching staff. PSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status. All programs are open to all individuals, regardless of their race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status.

Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work

Providence Public School District participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all participating employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Please review the following posters for more information:

• Notice of E-Verify Participation (English/Spanish)
• IER Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish)

Job Requirements

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $16 to $16 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Email: [e-mail]