Crossing Guard

About the Role

As a crossing guard, you are responsible for assisting children who are crossing busy intersections and streets, instructing children on basic safety procedures related to crossing the street, and ensuring the overall safety of children and pedestrians going to and returning from school at an assigned location.

Responsibilities

• Assist children crossing busy streets and intersections; assist the general public crossing the street as needed.
• Ensure children cross the street only when it’s safe, stopping traffic as necessary.
• Understand the traffic laws, signs, and speed limits posted within a designated area to effectively guide vehicles and people.
• Ensure that children are aware of proper safety rules and basic safety techniques when crossing the streets.
• Report any unsafe behavior of students to school officials to reduce the risk of someone getting hurt while crossing or waiting to cross a street.
• Identify drivers who are speeding or driving carelessly and notify authorities by documenting their license plate number.
• Attentively watch for impending dangers to develop effective solutions before an accident occurs.
• Greet the general public courteously; answer questions and provide directions as needed.
• Remain calm in emergency situations and stay visible to the public during working hours.
• Assist drivers when necessary and perform other job duties as assigned.
• Exhibit the highest ethical best practices and personal integrity; share concerns about suspicious or inappropriate behavior with your supervisor or manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Familiarity with all road hazards, signs, rules, and regulations.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Great attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in compliance with Company policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Basic life insurance coverage.
• Holiday pay and PTO accrual.
• Retirement savings plan enrollment.

Summit School Services has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with its policies and values, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. Summit School Services is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children and passengers.