Crossing Guard - Oakdale Elementary - 2hrs per day/ 5 days per week (AM and PM shift)
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Position Type: Monitor/Crossing GuardDate Posted: 10/24/2024Location: Oakdale Elementary SchoolDate Available: ongoingClosing Date: noneDistrict: Oak Hills Local School District - websiteJOB TITLE: CROSSING GUARD REPORTS TO: Assigned administrator/supervisor JOB OBJECTIVE: Monitors pedestrian and provides assistance as needed to ensure safety. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma. Behavioral managementskill is advantageous. Ability to cope with stressful traffic, weather conditions and pedestrian distractions. Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures. Demonstrates dependability/flexibility. Reacts to interruptions/emerging priorities effectively. Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts personal responsibility for decisions/conduct. Exhibits consistent, impartial and resourceful critical-thinking skills. Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment. NOTE: Position may require successful completion of communicable disease, child abuse/neglect, CPR, and/or First aid training as a condition of employment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Monitors traffic the assigned crosswalk. Maintains visibility and interacts with students. Communicates safety rules to pedestrians. Greets/directs visitors to the office. Works effectively with minimal supervision. Performs tasks efficiently to meet deadlines. Helps pedestrians cross the street. Does not permit students to loiter. Handles disruptive students effectively. Keeps the building administrator informed about student behavior problems. Advocates for students. Observes student demeanor. Investigates/reports atypical behavior. Documents all security incidents and/or injuries. Attempts to identify and report vehicles that fail to comply with traffic regulations Monitors weather and initiates action to protect students during adverse conditions. Stores safety equipment as directed. Reports unsafe conditions to the building administrator (e.g., broken equipment, hazardous tree limbs, damaged pavement, standing water, ice, etc.). Exemplifies professionalism and fosters goodwill to enhance the district's public image. Contributes to an effective and positive work/ learning environment. Completes all assigned duties. Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers. Functions as part of a cohesive team. Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position. Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual. Respects privacy and maintains the confidentiality of privileged information. Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for others. Takes the initiative to perform routine tasks independently. Maintains open/effective communications. Prepares/maintains accurate records. Submits required paperwork on time. Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences. Refers district policy interpretation questions to an appropriate administrator. Seeks clarification when directives/expectations are unclear. Uses active listening and problem-solving techniques to resolve questions/concerns tactfully. Uses diplomacy/self-control when dealing with other individuals. Respects diversity. Pursues opportunities to enhance professional performance. Attends training/in-service programs as directed. Maintains applicable credentials. Complies with all state licensure requirements. Keeps current with advances in technology associated with work assignments. Works toward mastery of individualized development/performance goals as directed. Takes precautions to ensure safety. Helps supervisors manage/eliminate risks. Maintains high expectations for appropriate conduct. Watches for situations that may indicate a problem. Follows district protocol and state law to deal with bullying, discrimination, inappropriate behavior, and suspected child abuse/neglect. Performs other specific job-related duties as directed. Assists with unexpected/urgent situations as needed. Helps implement workplace initiatives that advance district goals. WORKING CONDITIONS: Safety is essential to job performance. Employees must exercise caution and comply with standard safety regulations and district procedures when involved in the following situations: Balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling, reaching, or standing. Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes. Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, loud sounds, moving mechanical parts and odors. Exposure to wet and/or slippery surfaces. Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases. Interacting with aggressive, disruptive and/or unruly individuals. Lifting, carrying and moving work-related supplies/equipment. Operating and/or riding in a vehicle. Working in/near active vehicular traffic. Traveling to meetings and work assignments. Working in confined spaces with variable/diminished lighting. Performance Evaluation: Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted by the Oak Hill Local School District. The Oak Hill Local School District is an equal opportunity employer. This job description identifies primary responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing, funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/curriculum changes and unforeseen events. Rev. 11/2011