What are the responsibilities and job description for the MO: Crossing Guard, 1.0 hr/day, starting ASAP position at Traverse City Area Public Schools?
TCCAPSA (School Year) - CLASSIFICATION III
Master Agreement
TCCAPSA Benefits Summary - School Year
Location: TCAPS Montessori
General Summary:
The Crossing Guard assists school students crossing busy intersections and streets; instructs students in basic safety procedures related to crossing streets.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides crossing guard services at assigned locations; assists elementary school students crossing busy streets and intersections.
- Ensures students cross street(s) only when safe; stop vehicles by using hand held stop signs; supervise students while waiting for traffic to clear.
- Ensures that students are aware of proper safety rules when crossing streets; instruct students in basic safety techniques when crossing streets.
- Remains visible to the public during working hours; remain calm in emergency situations. Be available to report emergencies consistent with district protocol, including reporting incidents to the building principal or calling 9-1-1.
- Observes and reports any incidents or conditions that present a potential safety hazard to the students or the guard.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma or GED.
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain certification.
- Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students and school personnel.
- Ability to care for, supervise, and nurture students.
- Ability to resolve conflict.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality related to sensitive information pertaining to students and school personnel.
- Willingness to participate in district training as required, including completion of suggested online training modules.
- Willingness and being able to work outside in all types of weather conditions.
- Reliable and dependable.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Must be able to report on a regular and consistent basis.
- Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
- Duties include frequent walking and physical activity, as well as use of hands and arms for signaling and light lifting/carrying.
- The ability to listen and effectively orally communicate information and ideas to a diverse population.
- Ability to effectively discern information and formulate appropriate action(s).
- Ability to critically think and provide appropriate solutions.
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently.
Environmental Conditions:
Incumbents work in outdoor environments with moderate to loud noise levels. Duties may be completed in cold and hot temperatures or inclement weather conditions, including work on slippery and/or uneven surfaces. Work environment includes operating around moving vehicles.
Work Schedules:
Must be available to report during the school year consistent with the district’s school year calendar.
Background Checks:
The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.
