SY2026-27 Crossing Guard

Who We Are

A tuition-free, open enrollment, K-12 charter school in the southeast community of Colorado Springs. Preparing and empowering all of our students for success on their post-graduate paths through educational excellence, character development, and community engagement. Dedicated to student proficiency through academic rigor and robust family support through the Atlas family scholarship. Dedicated to our staff through offering a competitive total rewards package and providing meaningful professional development.

Who We Serve

• 92% Socioeconomically Disadvantaged
• 86% Hispanic, 6% African American, 7% White, and 1% Asian
• 56% English Language Learners

What You’ll Do

• Direct and escort students across busy streets, stopping traffic as necessary
• Utilize appropriate equipment to safely complete job responsibilities (safety vest, stop sign, etc.)
• Kindly and effectively communicate traffic and crossing rules to students and adults
• Report unsafe behavior of children to the Transportation Manager in a timely manner
• Assist and monitor the safety and behavioral expectations of students while crossing the street
• Fill in for bus monitors as needed
• Completed required training as necessary and assigned by supervisor
• Other related duties as assigned

Compensation & Schedule

Hourly/Non-Exempt: $17.50 - $20.55 per hour (DOE)

Part-Time; 10-15 hours per week

• Monday – Friday
• 6:45 to 8:30 AM & 2:45 to 4:30 PM

Both shifts are required

Benefits

• Approximately 14 weeks of school breaks
• Please note hourly positions are not annualized at Atlas and compensation is based upon actual hours worked.
• Up to 48 hours of annual sick time
• Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program (required in lieu of social security as a public employee)
• Access to thousands of employee discounts

Annual Calendar and Start Date

• 191 work days per academic year
• Start Date: July 13th, 2026

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent. Ability to pass required background screening pursuant to CRS22-30.5-110.7. Must be available Monday through Friday during required AM and PM shifts. Must be reliable, able to report to work consistently, and regularly meet attendance expectations. Must have the ability follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, and utilize appropriate safety equipment. Must be able to maintain a friendly and positive demeanor around all staff and students. Must be able to demonstrate professional behavior and maintain composure at all times. Must be able to interact and work effectively with a diverse group of individuals. Must value accountability, excellence, integrity, resilience, respect, and responsibility.
• Desired Qualifications: Bilingual; Spanish & English. Previous experience working with kids, specifically within a school setting.

Essential Job Functions

• Must be able to stand for up to three hours at a time
• Must be able to jog or run as necessary for timely responses
• Must be able to tolerate various weather conditions to include snow/cold, wind, and summer heat
• Works with hands above shoulder height to safely display stop sign
• Must be able to fulfill all de-escalation techniques as indicated within CPI guidelines
• Must be able to abide by all policies and procedures of Atlas Schools

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Position Closes: When Filled