School Crossing Aide

School Crossing Aide

The School Crossing Aide supports the daily flow of pedestrian movement near designated school crossing areas, assisting school-aged children and families as they navigate to and from school. This role maintains a visible and approachable presence during assigned times, helping to guide crossing activity in an organized and consistent manner while representing the community in a positive and professional way.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to school-aged children and pedestrians at designated crossing locations during assigned times
• Maintain a visible and attentive presence to support orderly crossing activity before and after school hours
• Communicate clearly and professionally with children, parents, and community members
• Promote a positive and welcoming environment through friendly and respectful interactions
• Follow established procedures and schedules to ensure consistency in daily operations
• Report observations, concerns, or unusual activity to the appropriate team members for follow-up

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Reliable transportation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to interact with residents, parents, and children in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and stand or walk for extended periods during scheduled shifts
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening

Skills & Competencies

• Service Orientation: Demonstrates a friendly, approachable, and community-focused attitude
• Communication Skills: Communicates clearly and respectfully with children, families, and team members
• Reliability & Consistency: Arrives on time and follows assigned schedules and procedures
• Awareness & Attention: Maintains awareness of surroundings and pedestrian activity
• Professional Presence: Represents the community in a positive and professional manner

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements can vary, but generally, they may include:

• Lifting: May require occasional lifting and carrying of lightweight equipment or materials, typically up to 25 pounds
• Mobility: Requires the ability to stand, walk, and move within designated crossing areas for extended periods of time, including navigating curbs, sidewalks, and roadways
• Working conditions: Requires working outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, sun exposure, wind, and rain, as well as near active roadways during peak traffic times
• Personal protective gear: Requires the use of standard visibility equipment, such as reflective vests and handheld signage, to support clear visibility and communication in designated areas
• Manual Dexterity: Requires the use of hands and arms to hold and operate basic equipment (e.g., handheld signs or communication devices) and perform simple, repetitive motions during assigned duties
• Driving: Ability to operate a vehicle to perform certain job functions. (Please note: We will request and review an MVR at the time of hire and on a periodic basis thereafter to ensure that employees maintain a satisfactory driving status.)

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you require reasonable accommodation in performing the job duties as described in the job description, discuss with your manager.