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:

• None specified 

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.