What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Crossing Guard position at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools?
Non Instructional / Support Services
Job Number 4600306040
Start Date
Open Date 01 / 03 / 2025
Closing Date 05 / 01 / 2025
Summary
The School Crossing Guard directs and provides the safe movement of elementary or middle school children walking or bicycling to and from school when crossing public roadways and intersections. The scheduled work time varies and it is determined by the location of the assignment. The position is part-time and generally works approximately 10 hours per week, 1 hour in the morning and 1 hour in the afternoon. School Crossing Guards without an assigned location may be asked to substitute at different locations. The position is required to wear a uniform and to work outdoors regardless of weather conditions.
Essential Duties
- Reports promptly at the designated time to location of assignment.
- Directs and provides the safe and orderly movement of elementary or middle school children and pedestrians crossing public roadways and intersections; is observant at all times to ensure the safety of the children and themselves.
- Positions themselves in a highly visible and safe location, standing on the side of the street where the children approach designated crossing locations
- Monitors traffic flow to recognize traffic openings which permit them to safely step into and out of traffic.
- Places and removes caution signs and cones.
- Cautions drivers of speeding vehicles by the use of whistles, signs, hand held traffic wands, flashlights and / or hand signals.
- Notifies CMS Safety & Risk Management of hazardous roadway conditions and physical hazards.
- Clears crosswalks of rocks, glass, cans and other items in order to prevent injuries to children.
- Maintains assigned equipment (e.g. stop sigh, traffic vest, etc.).
- Keeps accurate count of children crossing the street during their shift.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Education and Experience
Licensing / Certification Requirements
NC Driver's License preferred
of Jobs 2.00
Salary : From 20.00
Teacher Scale N
Minimum Educational Requirements HS diploma
Term 9 Month
Additional Job Information
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