Crossing Guard - Paraprofessional (SY 2026 - 2027) Southard MS

About the Role

Work under minimal supervision to assist children and others to safely cross the street at assigned intersections during designated hours.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of traffic safety regulations
• Ability to identify and respond quickly to traffic safety hazards
• Ability to communicate instructions effectively to both children and adults
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions

Responsibilities

• Assist children and other community members to safely cross the street at assigned intersections during designated hours.
• Identify potential traffic safety hazards and respond quickly to protect children and avoid incidents.
• Ensure a smooth and expedient flow of both vehicular and foot traffic.
• Follow and uphold district safety requirements and report traffic violations and student misconduct in accordance with district procedures.
• Communicate safety and traffic rules to students and parents as needed.
• Correct unsafe conditions when possible and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor as soon as practicable.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Working Conditions

Tools/Equipment Used

• Handheld traffic signs
• Traffic cones
• Reflective safety attire

Physical Demands

• Posture: Prolonged standing
• Motion: Constant walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching
• Lifting: Light lifting (less than 15 pounds)

Environmental Factors

• Work outside (prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures, sunlight, and humidity)
• Constant exposure to noise and vehicle exhaust
• Work around moving vehicles and on slippery and uneven surfaces

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under pressure
• Work with frequent interruption
• May work alone