School Crossing Guard (Part-Time)

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Closing Date (closes at 11:59 pm on date noted below):

December 30, 2026

Job Type:

Seasonal (Seasonal)

Department:

School Crossing Guards

Salary:

$21.40 - $21.40

Hours per week:

10

HIRING FOR 2026 - PART-TIME SCHOOL CROSSING GUARDS 

What is better than working while enjoying the fresh air and being physically active? And doing those things while making a difference in your community!  If this sounds appealing to you, please view the following job description and apply today!

Applications will be kept on file and eligible candidates contacted as opportunities for School Crossing Guards arise.  **Individuals will be contacted via mobile text and/or email message; therefore, candidates are advised to ensure their contact information is up to date and can be regularly viewed.**

The following description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the position identified, and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in such classification.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Part-time Crossing Guards play a vital role keeping students and pedestrians safe on their way to and from school. Ideal candidates are responsible, safety-driven, customer-service oriented and community-minded individuals who have a sound understanding of road safety and an appreciation of the risk involved in assisting others across the roadway.  Crossing Guards maintain positive public relations for the City and act as ambassadors of the School Crossing Guard program.

WORK LOCATIONS:

Locations and work times for guards are based on operational needs and associated warrants.

HOURS OF WORK:

Up to two (2) hours per day, based on assigned location.

• Morning:  Primary morning hours are between 7:45AM – 9:30AM, depending on location (i.e., 1 hour)

• Afternoon:  Primary afternoon hours are between 2:45PM – 4:15PM, depending on location (i.e., 1 hour)

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Control the flow of traffic to allow for the safe, supervised crossing of students and pedestrians.

• Communicate clearly and effectively using spoken commands, hand signals and electronic devices.

• Instruct students and other pedestrians in safe crossing procedures.

• Exercise sound judgment in determining safe opportunities to cross students and pedestrians, based on weather conditions, road conditions, distance and speed of traffic, gaps in traffic and distracted driving.

• Position requires the ability to manage risk and to limit the potential for liability to the municipality.

• Oversee the safe conduct of students at assigned school crossing while waiting to cross and reports concerns of unsafe behaviour to either the school or to the School Crossing Guard Supervisor.

• Document and report incidents to the Supervisor, including reporting vehicles which have failed to obey stop requests.

• Reports site safety conditions at designated school crossing location to the Supervisor.

• Responsible for applying salt/sand mixture, by hand, to areas of road/sidewalk adjacent to crosswalk during winter months, as necessary.

• Abide by the Highway Traffic Act – as applicable to School Crossing Guards, as well as municipal policies and procedures pertaining to the position with the City.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Good Vision - must be able to see vehicles, different colours (stop lights), children and signal indications from close and far distances.

• Good Hearing - must be able to communicate with children, motorists, parents and hear vehicles approaching, honking, etc.

• General Alertness - ability to assess vehicles stopping, anticipate children’s and motorists’ actions.

• Sure Footing - Able to walk on snow, slippery conditions caused by ice and rain, inclement weather e.g. cold, hot, etc.

• Walking speed of .9m/sec for approximately a 6m distance.

• Holding arm up at shoulder height and bending elbow, extending arm above head, holding stop sign (approximately 2 lbs.) for one (1) minute intermittently for a 45-minute period.

• Able to stand continuously for approximately one (1) hour in all weather conditions.

• As the nature of this position is to ensure the safety of children and pedestrians, Crossing Guards may need to be reassessed from time to time to ensure they are fit to perform the necessary duties.

• Access to reliable transportation to get to the work site.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• A successful pre-employment medical examination by the City’s doctor must be completed.

• An appointment to the position is conditional on receiving an acceptable Police Vulnerable Sector Check. 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum High School Diploma.

• Sound understanding and knowledge of Highway Traffic Act (as applicable to School Crossing Guards).

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EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated ability to give clear concise instructions to all age groups.

• Excellent customer service skills.

• Past workplace experience in a safety-oriented role is an asset.

• Previous experience working with children and/or teens is an asset.

QUESTIONS?

Questions about the School Crossing Guard position may be directed to Steve Tukonic at 905‑356-7521 ext. 5212 or [email protected]

 

How to apply:

Please submit your application including a cover letter and resume through Workday using the apply button above.

The City of Niagara Falls is dedicated to creating an accessible and inclusive organization and fostering a workplace culture which reflects the diverse nature of the residents we serve. In accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the City will accommodate the individual needs of candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please feel free to contact us at [email protected] or 905-356-7521 ext 4317.
 
Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act and will only be used to determine suitability for this position. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those advancing through the selection process will be contacted.