<p>Applications will be received until August 21, 2025. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.</p> <p>About this job:</p> <p>The School Crossing Guard program is designed to supervise the safe crossing of elementary age school children when crossing streets on their way to and from schools. The School Crossing Guards are not enforcement officers and have no authority to enforce traffic laws.</p> <p>What DPS Offers You:</p> <ul> <li>A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. </li><li>$20.00 an hour. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. </li><li>In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. </li></ul> <p>What You'll Do:</p> <ul> <li>Ensure that turning motorists yield the- right of way to pedestrian school children. </li><li>Ensure that children obey the traffic signals. </li><li>Ensure that children do not start across the street when there is insufficient time remaining for them to cross on the green or walk light. </li><li>Instruct children in good safety habits, such as walking only with the green or walk light, using crosswalks, checking traffic before starting across the street, walking rather than running, and using the pedestrian push button where installed. </li></ul> <p>What You'll Need:</p> <ul> <li>High School Degree or equivalent preferred </li><li>Knowledge with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and Outlook </li><li>Effective time management and organizational skills </li><li>Effective communication skills </li><li>Strong attention to detail </li><li>Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines </li><li>The ability to take responsibility for one's own performance </li><li>Work collaboratively with others on a team </li><li>Aptitude for variety and changing expectations and fast-paced environment </li><li>Knowledge of current Colorado traffic laws; emergency procedures </li><li>Knowledge of school rules, policies and disciplinary steps </li><li>Identifying and responding to emergency situations </li><li>Moderate responsibility for the care, condition and use of materials, equipment, and tools; great responsibility for the use of discretion and independent judgement in the safe crossing of children. </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, using proper grammar and spelling; ability to follow written and verbal instructions; ability to work effectively with children, parents, and school employees. </li><li>Ability to use accurate judgement of traffic flow, speed and direction of travel, prioritize activities, regular use of hand-held stop sign, reflector vest, cones and 20 MPH flashing lights. </li><li>Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education. </li><li>Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us. </li><li>Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position. </li></ul> <p>Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.</p> <p>Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun</p>