Crossing Guard - Truman

Tacoma Public Schools

Expected

Start Date:

September 9, 2026

Pay Rate:$17.35/hour

Additional Information:Hours per day and work schedule to be determined by the building administrator. Maximum 2 hours per day. May be split between 1 hour before school and 1 hour after school.

This position monitors the activities of elementary students at crosswalks and assists students in crossing the street safely.

• 1. Stops oncoming traffic using a flag to permit student to cross the street safely; monitors traffic flow and notes gaps in traffic to stop oncoming vehicles causing minimal disruption of flow.
• 2. Monitors students’ activities and behavior while approaching crosswalk and remains alert for potentially unsafe situations to prevent accidents and/or injuries.
• 3. Reports inappropriate student behavior and vehicles that fail to stop when signaled.

• 1. Performs related duties as assigned.

• Completion of district training for school crossing guards is highly desirable.

• Knowledge of building policies and procedures related to crosswalk safety.
• Ability to work cooperatively with building staff.
• Ability to exercise fairness in dealing with students.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work and student relationships with a variety of people in a multi-cultural, diverse socio-economic setting.

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Works with students in indoor and outdoor settings; physical ability to assist children; may be exposed to infectious diseases and inclement weather.