School Crossing Guard - Palo Alto

ACMS; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 2,100 - 2,300; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Safety equipment provided

Flexible hours

Job summary

ACMS in Palo Alto is hiring School Crossing Guards to help children cross streets safely during the school commute. The role offers part-time hours Monday through Friday on school days, with shifts before and after school.

Join a team dedicated to community safety and reliability; training and safety equipment are provided. Applicants should be 18+ with good communication and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to stand for extended periods outdoors.
• Able to work weekdays during school hours.

Responsibilities

• Safely guide pedestrians across intersections or crosswalks.
• Monitor traffic flow to ensure pedestrian safety.
• Remain alert to protect student safety at all times.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school staff.

Skills

Reliable and punctual

Good communication

Observational skills

Job description

Job Title

School Crossing Guard

Location

Palo Alto, CA

Job Id

9905

# of Openings

10

Hours

Monday–Friday, school days only (Before and After School Hours)

Pay

Palo Alto crossing guards earn $20.25 per hour plus bonus time. Shifts are available before and after school. If both shifts are worked, you will work 2 hours a day and receive a bonus, earning $81.00 per day.

About the Role

Are you someone who enjoys helping others and making a difference in your community? Join our team as a School Crossing Guard and play an essential role in keeping children safe as they travel to and from school. This is a great opportunity for retirees, stay‑at‑home parents, or anyone looking to contribute positively to their neighborhood.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely guide pedestrians across designated intersections or crosswalks.
• Monitor traffic flow to ensure safety for all pedestrians.
• Remain alert and observant to ensure student safety at all times.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school personnel.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to safety.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Strong communication and observation skills.
• This position often requires short response times to the job site, so candidates residing in Palo Alto are preferred.

Why Join ACMS?

• Make a meaningful impact in your community.
• Flexible part‑time hours that work with your schedule.
• Training and safety equipment provided.
• Friendly, supportive work environment.

Help keep children safe - become a School Crossing Guard today!

Company Description

All City Management Services is a family‑established business that has been committed to the safety of children nationwide since 1985. We are 100% dedicated to the safety of children as they walk to and from school every day.

EEO Statement

ACMS is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age (40 and older), race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.