Crossing Guard

Position: Crossing Guard

Location: Bay Colony Elementary School

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Immediate Supervisor(s): Director of Transportation

Pay Grade: Per Compensation Manual

Days Employed: Per Compensation Manual (2 hours per day)

POSITION SUMMARY :

Provide safe crossings for students who walk to and from school

Actively engage in actions that contribute to Dickinson ISD's overall mission and strategic plan

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education/Certification:

None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated willingness to work with children

Knowledge of or ability to learn school district policy and regulations related to safety

Willingness to work outdoors on every school day

Experience:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist students in crossing the street safely without undue delay for vehicle traffic

Assist students in providing a safe entrance and exit to and from schools onto city streets

Keep equipment in good condition

Supply counts and reports as requested

Report any person loitering in the vicinity of or interfering with a guard/controller

Wear the uniform and safety vest at all times while on duty

Use stop signs at all times when stopping traffic or directing children

Perform the job with little or no supervision

Manage heavy traffic and pedestrians

Manage large groups of children

Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Dickinson ISD

Stay up-to-date professionally by selecting quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth

Research district policy, precedent, and current practices before acting

Participate as an effective team member, contributing to district, department, and content goals

Demonstrate proficient levels of technology applications

Participate fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for students' safety and overall emotional wellbeing

Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities

Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings

Meet task completion deadlines established by the supervisor

Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers

Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met

Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e., email, written, and verbal)

Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned

EXPECTATIONS OF MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students

Motion: Frequent walking and reaching frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning students with physical disabilities.

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards (body fluids, bacteria, communicable diseases)

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; Ability to interact positively and proactively with students with behavioral concerns, communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Professional Dress: The dress must be clean and neat, appropriate for the assignment, and in accordance with any additional standards established by his or her supervisor and approved by the Superintendent.

EVALUATIONS :

The performance of this position will be evaluated annually.