Crossing Guard

Job ID: 5851595

POSITION SUMMARY: Provide for the safe movement of children to and from school when crossing public roadways and intersection. School crossing guards are not to engage in traffic direction or control.

QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED

Ability to work in a positive manner with students Possess positive interpersonal skills Valid Iowa Driver’s license

Successful completion of a criminal background check and physical capacity profile test will be required upon offer.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Personal Performance Criteria

• Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and students

• Contributes to creating a positive work environment

• Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality

• Arrives on time and works consistently until the end of his/her scheduled day

• Assists children on their way to and from school safely across roadways and intersections and observe gaps in traffic, utilizing traffic signals when available

• Leads children across roadways or intersection while holding a “stop” sign and wearing an appropriate traffic vest in such a manner as to be visible to approaching vehicles

• Works independently and with confidence

• Demonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations

• Demonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervision

Professional Performance Criteria

• Supervises students crossing roadway

• Reports relevant matters to supervisor

• Displays ability to effectively handle varied situations

• Demonstrates knowledge and awareness of school policies and regulations

• Demonstrates good judgement and reasoning ability to avoid subjecting children to dangerous traffic conditions

• Provides own transportation to/from crossing guard location as assigned

• Must have the ability to see and hear sufficiently to identify safety hazards

• Must have the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 15 pounds

• Duties and responsibilities as requested by supervisor may vary from time to time

Work Hours: Monday-Friday; 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. and 2:15-4:00 p.m.

Benefits:

• Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS)

• Employee assistance program

• Paid leave and holidays

• Tuition reimbursement