Ft. Worth: Crossing Guard

Job Function:

Under the direction of the Campus Principal, the School Crossing Guard is to aid children crossing streets, walking to and from school. Duties include holding a sign and blowing a whistle to control traffic and escorting elementary school children safely across various streets and intersections. Duties will require working outdoors under a variety of weather conditions. Schedule and assignment locations may vary and will work split shifts. Schedules will occasionally vary to accommodate early dismissal days and school holidays. The Guard must remain on their post for the full shift to receive payment for a shift worked.

Duties:

• Assists elementary school children in crossing the street at designated intersections in a safe and orderly manner. The school crossing guard must position themself in a highly visible and safe location. Stand on the side of the street where the children approach if possible. Lawn chairs are permitted during periods when the peak flow of pedestrian traffic has slowed. However, the Guard must remain in a position where they are easily observed by pedestrians seeking to cross the street and, where they are able to observe anyone approaching the cross walk. Crossing Guards may, during extremely inclement weather, use their vehicle for shelter if necessary.

• Places traffic cones in the street before school begins and removes at end of school as needed. The school crossing guard is frequently required to recognize gaps in traffic and step safely into and out of traffic. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

• While performing the duties of this position, the school crossing guard is regularly required to stand, walk quickly, hear, speak clearly, occasionally speak/hear over the sound of traffic and work in inclement weather. The school crossing guard is required to work outside with exposure to the elements, fumes and/or outdoor particles.

• The school crossing guard must be able to get to and from designated assignments. If driving a motor vehicle, must possess a valid driver’s license and insurance as required by law.

• Notifies police headquarters of real or potential hazards and pedestrian accidents in the vicinity.

• Assignment location may vary.

Skills/Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to apply common sense, problem solving and mediation skills, and a mature attitude to a variety of situations.
• Must be able to hold stop sign above head until children are across the intersection. The school crossing guard is frequently required to use hands and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to blow whistle to alert traffic to presence of children.
• Ability to communicate with people in a professional manner.
• Ability to work make quick and sound judgments in a fast-paced environment.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to grasp, handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must possess a valid (Class C) driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record.
• Must have reliable means of transportation.
• CPR training preferred or willingness to become certified.