SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD

City of Lawrence; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated School Crossing Guards for part-time, temporary positions. This role involves ensuring the safety of children at school crossings, requiring individuals who are dependable and capable of standing for extended periods in various weather conditions. The ideal candidates will have prior experience in leadership roles with children and must be available until May 2025. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in the community while working flexible hours aligned with school schedules.

Benefits

Annual bonus for perfect attendance

Paid days when school is not in session

Qualifications

• Must be in good physical condition and able to stand for long periods.
• Prior experience interacting with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate safe passage for children at school crossings.
• Direct children and traffic at designated street locations.

Skills

Dependability

Ability to work independently

Leadership experience with children

Good physical condition

Job description

Summary:
The City of Lawrence is seeking School Crossing Guards. These are part-time, temporary positions. Duties include responsible part-time work facilitating safe passage at school crossings. An employee in this class is responsible for directing children on foot and motor traffic at a street location where children cross when going to and from school. This crossing guard vacancy is expected to service a number of different schools in Lawrence.

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will be in good physical condition with no loss of sight or hearing, and will be able to stand for a long period of time in all weather conditions. This position requires the ability to attend occasional staff meetings. This position also requires the ability to work independently and with little supervision. Prefer prior experience interacting with children in a leadership role. Must be dependable and available to work until the end of the month of May 2025. The position may be asked to return if warranted.

Hours:
Approximately or generally depending on school:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 7:30AM – 8:00AM and 3:00PM – 3:30PM.
Wednesdays 7:30AM-8:00AM and 1:45PM - 2:15PM.

Ending in May 2025. Reimbursed at 2.0 hours a day.
Possible on-call position(s) may be available to cover Crossing Guard absences as needed. Those interested in back-up only positions, please note this preference on your submitted application.

Salary:
$13.60 per hour with a $100 annual bonus for perfect attendance and an additional $100 annual bonus if asked to return to the position the following school year. Paid 10 days a year when school is not in session. Holidays are not paid.