ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides assistance to children crossing streets and highways to and from schools.
Maintains order by directing children to proper crossing areas and encourages behavior conducive to safe travel.
Provides other assistance to children as needed.
Is attentive to situations and/or conditions that could be potentially hazardous to pedestrians and/or motorists, and reports these conditions to the appropriate agency.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
Provides other assistance to children as needed.
Maintains equipment in a state of good appearance and repair.
Maintains a high visibility to the public in order to make them conscious of their driving conflict.
SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD REQUIREMENTS
Candidates for a school crossing guard position will be evaluated for the following:
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Average intelligence;
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Maintain a positive attitude at all times around the children you are responsible for crossing.
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Good physical condition, including sight, hearing, and ability to move and maneuver quickly in order to avoid danger from errant vehicles;
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Ability to control a STOP paddle effectively to provide approaching road users with a clear, fully direct view of the paddle’s STOP message during the entire crossing movement;
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Ability to communicate specific instructions clearly, firmly, and courteously;
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Ability to recognize potentially dangerous traffic situations and warn and manage students in sufficient time to avoid injury.
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Mental alertness;
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Neat appearance;
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Good character;
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Dependability; and
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An overall sense of responsibility for the safety of students.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Must be at least 18 years of age or older. No training and experience prerequisites are required to obtain this position. We will train you according to F.S.S. 316.75 and the Florida Department of Transportation guidelines.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be certified by the State of Florida as a School Crossing Guard prior to working as a School Crossing Guard. Certification must be earned within two weeks of employment after observations are made by an approved trainer and a state exam must be passed at the School Crossing Guard “New Hire” Training class, offered quarterly.
