Adult Crossing Guard at Larson Elementary

BASIC FUNCTION

Monitor student behavior at traffic intersections; escort children across the street when coming and going from school; assure student safety as they cross.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Escort children safety across the street;
• Stand in the middle of the roadway to halt traffic flow and permit children to pass.
• Work cooperatively with local police department in understanding and administering traffic safety rules.
• Report vehicles not obeying signals as assigned.
• Call for assistance in the event of an accident or emergency situation; assist in first aid when children are injured as assigned.
• Report unruly students to appropriate site personnel.
• Adhere to established safety procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of: Traffic and safety laws and rules.
• Ability to: Assist children with safe crossing at an assigned intersection or crosswalk.
• Communicate effectively.
• Understand and work within scope of authority.
• Observe traffic and safety laws and rules.
• Comprehend and follow instructions.

REQUIREMENTS

• Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or equivalent or sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.
• Licenses and Other Requirements: Valid First Aid Certificate issued by an authorized agency.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• The following MUST be attached to application on or before the deadline:
• - High School Diploma OR equivalent OR - Associate's Degree or Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Education Degree