What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crossing Guard (GP/MU) position at Oswego Community Unit School District 308?
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions.
- Ability to work independently, with a minimum of supervision and utilizing good time management skills.
- Ability to use a hand-held stop sign, flashlight, two-way radio.
- Stamina to stand for long periods of time, mobility to escort pedestrians across streets.
- Ability to work out of doors in all weather conditions and with exposure to traffic.
- Adequate vision to read printed materials and license plates, and hearing and speech to communicate in person.
- Maintain a high degree of visibility in assigned areas
- Assist school-age children to cross public streets safely by directing and/or regulating vehicular and pedestrian traffic at specified intersections
- Watch for suspicious persons and/or vehicles that may prey upon young children
- Provides a safe adult presence that young children may go to when they need assistance while going to and from school
- Monitor and report any unusual or strange behavior or events to the security team/supervisors
Crossing Guard (GP/MU)
JobID: 16763
Date Posted:
6/17/2026
Location:
Grande Park Elementary School
Grande Park Elementary School
COMPENSATION: $16.00/hour *Please note that the hourly rate of pay is inclusive of the mandatory 4.5% retirement contribution to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).
BENEFITS: Full-time Associates enjoy a robust selection of healthcare benefits including employer paid Life and AD&D insurance, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), as well as three medical plans to choose from including PPO and HMO plans. What's more, CUSD provides a 100% claim reimbursement program for out of pocket expenses (excluding ER services), when an employee is enrolled in our PPO plan and uses our RUSH Healthcare reimbursement program.
UNION MEMBERSHIP:This position is represented by the Oswego Transportation Association (OTA).
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