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Tacoma Public Schools (WA)

School Crossing Guard - Geiger Montessori

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $17.35/hr

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Tacoma, WA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/27/2026

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What they do

A Crossing Patrol Guard is a vehicle traffic manager normally stationed on busy roadways to aid pedestrians or manage the movement of vehicles. They are often employed to assist around schools, events, or construction work.

$49,320 / year median in Washington

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Job Description

Tacoma Public Schools Expected Start Date:

September 9, 2026

Salary:

$17.35hour.

Benefits:

None 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. SUMMARY This position monitors the activities of elementary students at crosswalks and assists students in crossing the street safely.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

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.

OTHER JOB DUTIES

1.Performs related duties as assigned.

CONDITIONS

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience Completion of district training for school crossing guards is highly desirable. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 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. Licenses/Special Requirements None. Working Conditions Works with students in indoor and outdoor settings; physical ability to assist children; may be exposed to infectious diseases and inclement weather.