School Crossing Guard (Part-Time)

City of Memphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Memphis is seeking a School Crossing Guard to assist children and pedestrians near schools. You will work under supervision with a crossing guard coordinator, using a stop sign and whistle to manage traffic and ensure safe crosswalks.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, clear communication skills, and the ability to stand for long periods outdoors. The position pays $15.96 per hour and involves two hours per school day.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to understand written and verbal directives.
• Ability to communicate instructions to the general public of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Safely cross children/pedestrians at school crossings.
• Control traffic using stop sign and whistle.
• Engage and disengage school zone lights.
• Stand outdoors for extended periods and perform duties in varying weather.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal comprehension

Written comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hourly Rate

Hourly Rate: $15.96

Job Description

Works under the general supervision of assigned supervisor in conjunction with a School Crossing Guard Coordinator to safely cross children/pedestrians on streets en route to and from school. Assists with traffic only where children/pedestrians are involved. Ensures all traffic is at a complete stop before children/pedestrians can enter the crosswalk or intersection. Enters the street before others to gain control of oncoming traffic by using a stop sign and whistle. Looks in the direction of the children/pedestrians and motions them to proceed into the crosswalk after control of the traffic is maintained. Engages and disengages flashing school zone lights.

Responsibilities

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Requires the ability to stand for long periods of time, give hand signals, blow through a whistle, and the ability to raise hand over head if necessary. Requires normal visual and audible acuity to detect the presence of vehicular traffic or children/pedestrians.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed outdoors, including exposure to changing weather conditions, such as wind, rain, ice, and extreme temperatures. Work schedule is two (2) hours per day when school is in session to include one (1) hour in the early morning and one (1) hour in the mid-afternoon.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Requires the ability to understand written and verbal directives. Must be able to effectively communicate instructions to the general public, including all ages. Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at the time of application.