Hourly Crossing Guard

Stafford County Public Schools

RODNEY THOMPSON MIDDLE

• Stafford, Virginia This job is also posted in Stafford County Public Schools
  Job Details
  

Job ID:

4801783

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Re-Posted:

Aug 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

Job Information

Job Title:

Hourly Crossing Guard

Department:

School Based

Reports To:

Building Administrator

FLSA Status:

N/A

Work Calendar:

N/A

Salary Scale:

Hourly

Job Summary and Purpose

This position will provide assistance in the control of vehicular and pedestrian traffic at an assigned location for a prescribed period of time to ensure the safety of school children, the safe, orderly flow of vehicular traffic, and perform related work as required. This job will require individuals to perform traffic control procedures on/off school property on roadways with potentially heavy, complicated and intense motor vehicle right of way. Work Objectives/Essential Functions

Crossing Guard duties before and after school

Gives clear, concise hand signals to stop vehicular and/or pedestrian traffic to prevent movement of vehicular traffic until all pedestrians have completely crossed the street.

Makes sure signals are understood and obeyed before moving either vehicular or pedestrian traffic to ensure school children cross only at proper and designated locations.

Notes any present or potential traffic hazards and report it to the Sheriff's Office as soon as possible.

Report any vehicle code violations and write reports as necessary.

Attends appropriate training sessions/meetings as requested or required by immediate supervisor, Sheriff's Office or Safety & Security Office.

Enforce school rules and regulations.

Reports students and/or pedestrians who do not adhere to safe street crossing procedures to his/her immediate supervisor.

Education and Experience

Education Attainment (Required): High School Diploma or its equivalent

Education Attainment (Preferred): Relevant Experience (Required): Must be 18 years of age

Must be certified by the Sheriff's Office to conduct Crossing Guard duties

Relevant Experience (Preferred): Industry Licensure or Certifications (Required): Valid Virginia Driver's License

Industry Licensure or Certifications (Preferred): Required Licensures and Certifications

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge:

Basic safety rules for school buildings

Basic safe driving rules and procedures for Crossing Guards

Techniques for communicating with children and adults

English and grammar usage

Current Virginia traffic laws and emergency procedures

Skills:

Complete Handle with Care Training

Complete First Aid/CPR/AED Training

Direct and control vehicular and pedestrian traffic through arm and hand signals, after training by the Stafford County Sheriff's Office and the Stafford County Public Schools' Safety & Security Office

Use hand-held stop sign, reflector vest, cones, whistle, gloves and communication equipment

Judge traffic flow, speed and direction of travel and group pedestrians in a logical manner

Abilities:

Provide own transportation, be punctual, and reliable

Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals

Organize and perform work independently

Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects

Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work

Core Expectations of All Stafford Schools Employees

Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.

Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.

Maintain a clean, neat appearance and dress appropriate to position and duties.

Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.

Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.

Work in close harmony with supervisor(s) and colleagues.

Comply with all division policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality and professional conduct, as well as all site-based procedures and protocols.

Weight Demands

Weight Demands Rarely Occasionally Frequently

Lifting

• 1-25 lbs X
  Lifting
• 26-50 lbs X Lifting
• 50+ lbs X Carrying
• 1-25 lbs X
  Carrying
• 26-50 lbs X Carrying
• 50+ lbs X Pushing/Pulling
• 1-25 lbs X
  Pushing/Pulling
• 26-50 lbs X Pushing/Pulling
• 50+ lbs X Physical Demands
  Physical Demands Rarely Occasionally Frequently
  Standing X
  Sitting X
  Walking X
  Reaching X
  Turning/Twisting X
  Balancing/Climbing X
  Stooping/Kneeling X
  Crouching/Crawling X
  Classification Details (Completed by Human Resources)
  

Job Family:

HOURLY

Calendar:

N/A

Pay Structure:

HOURLY

Position:

MULTIPLE

FLSA Status:

N/A

Job Grade:

N/A

Job Code:

N/A

Status:

N/A

Position Type:

Hourly

Salary:

$15.83 to $15.83 Per Hour