Crossing Guard - Curington Elementary School

Position Summary

Work under minimal supervision to assist children and others to safely cross the street at assigned intersections during designated hours.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency.
• Must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the candidate.

Preferred Qualifications

• None.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of traffic safety regulations.
• Ability to identify and respond quickly to traffic safety hazards.
• Ability to communicate instructions effectively to both children and adults.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions.

Essential Functions/Key Responsibilities

• Assist children and other community members to cross the street at assigned intersections during designated hours safely.
• Identify potential traffic safety hazards and respond quickly to protect children and avoid incidents.
• Ensure a smooth and reasonable flow of both vehicular and foot traffic.
• Follow and uphold district safety requirements and report traffic violations and student misconduct in accordance with district procedures.
• Communicate safety and traffic rules to students and parents as needed.
• Correct unsafe conditions when possible and report any conditions that are not correctable to the supervisor as soon as practicable.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.  

Working Conditions

Tools/Equipment Used:  Handheld traffic signs, traffic cones, reflective safety attire.

Posture: Prolonged standing. Frequent walking, prolonged standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion:  Repetitive hand motions, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching.

Lifting:  Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).

Environment:  Work outside (prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures, sunlight, and humidity); constant exposure to noise and vehicle exhaust; work around moving vehicles and on slippery and uneven surfaces.

Mental Demands:  Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions and prolonged or irregular hours; may work alone.

Non-Discrimination Notice: 

Boerne Independent School District, as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment decisions.

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