Crossing Guard Elementary JobID: 6498 Position Type: Support Staff/Crossing Guard Date Posted: 3/12/2026 Location: Transportation Building
Additional Information: ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATION 540.09 Adopted: 4/21/99 Revised: 01/19/16
TITLE: CROSSING GUARD
QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or equivalent Equivalent combination of education and training will be considered Mature individual demonstrating interest in the safe environment of children
REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF ENROLLMENT AND TRANSPORTATION
JOB GOAL: Responsible for ensuring the safety of all students while crossing the streets.
Performance Responsibilities: • Checks traffic to determine the appropriate time to allow students to cross the street; • Ensures that all drivers are warned of students crossing the streets; • Establishes a positive relationship with the students in accordance with the training provided by the Freeport Police Department and Freeport School District; • Maintains a positive atmosphere while providing appropriate behavioral management for groups of students; • Prepares for and follows procedures outlined in in-service training provided by the Freeport Police Department and other entities; • Works with the Freeport School District to evaluate and monitor crossing areas for safety and serviced student numbers; • Ability to use a hand-held stop sign, flashlight, narrowcade and sandbag if required; • Ability to walk short distances and stand for periods up to one hour at a time; • Ability to hear a wide variety of sounds, including traffic noise and vehicle horns at a distance of 100 feet; • Ability to see at long distances and at close range; • Ability to work in extreme and inclement weather; • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements: • Must be able to hold 2# sign for periods of 30 seconds to 2 minutes above head; • Must be able to stand in all weather for up to 1 hour and 30 minutes.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 174 Days Classified position with salary and hours to be established by the Board of Education.
EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions established by the Board of Education.
SALARY RANGE: $15.00 per hour
This job description has been reviewed and in accordance with the American Disabilities Act.