CROSSING GUARD - Central / West (CPS Network 15 boundary) Office of Safety and Security

Crossing Guard - Central / West (CPS Network 15 Boundary)

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is the third-largest school district in the United States, serving over 330,000 students in 600+ schools and employing nearly 36,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans : academic progress, financial stability, and integrity. Six core values are embedded within these commitments student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.

Safety is among the top priorities at Chicago Public Schools, and the Office of Safety and Security has implemented a comprehensive system that includes trained staff, protocols, programs, and policies to keep students and staff safe before, during, and after school.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Crossing Guard Manager, the Crossing Guard will direct and guide children and pedestrians across traffic intersections, and perform related duties as required. The Crossing Guard will be held accountable for the following responsibilities :

• Stop traffic to ensure the safety of school children and other pedestrians crossing at designated intersections
• Signal to pedestrians indicating when streets are safe to cross
• Guide and assist children and other pedestrians across intersections
• Maintain order as children approach the intersection
• Report traffic violations to supervisor and provide vehicle description including license plate number, make, model and color
• Inform supervisor of traffic signal malfunctions and construction projects on assigned posts
• Respond to requests for geographic directions from the public

Note : Must be at least 19 years of age at the time of application.

Hours : Monday through Friday based on school schedule 2 hours a.m. and 2 hours p.m. (Split Shift)

Working Conditions : Prolonged exposure to inclement weather conditions & loud noise

Qualifications

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Crossing Guard must possess the following qualifications :

Conditions of Employment

As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to :