School Crossing Guard - 2026

About the role

The School Crossing Guard is a seasonal civilian position responsible for the safety and education of school-aged children on the proper safety requirements while they are in designated cross-walks.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Valid FL Driver’s License
• Basic computer knowledge
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is preferred
• Successfully complete the required yearly classroom training and pass a written exam with a minimum of 75%
• Successfully complete the required yearly practical/field training without children present
• Successfully complete the required yearly supervised onsite-observations with children present

Responsibilities

• Identify when it is safe to allow school-aged children to begin crossing the designated crosswalk
• Utilize the eight step approach for crosswalk safety
• Instruct school-aged children on the proper safety techniques while in crosswalks
• Identify proper traffic gaps to safely cross school-aged children
• Repeat crossing procedures multiple times during a designated post assignment
• Visually inspect school crossings and associated marking and signs
• Other duties as assigned

Work Environment

This is a seasonal, part-time position, Monday through Friday, when schools are in session, following the St. Johns County School Board Calendar (180 days). Hours vary, with morning (1.5 hours) and afternoon (1.5 hours) schedules, which can include multiple shifts. The position requires working under moderately hazardous conditions, exposure to various weather conditions, and exposure to the elements/pathogens.

Physical Requirements

• Blow a whistle and hold a stop paddle above shoulder height for extended periods of time
• Speak understandably
• See at normal range or with accommodations
• Hear at normal level or with accommodations
• Manual dexterity
• Ambulate independently
• Frequent grasp/pull/bend/squat/lift/carry items up to 20lbs
• Frequently walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Occasionally reach above head/kneel/climb/stoop