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Crossing Guards
- Palmerton, Pennsylvania
- Palmerton Area School District
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- Public Safety

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- Palmerton, Pennsylvania 18071 United States
- Palmerton Area School District
- Jul 17, 2026
- Full Time
Palmerton Area School District

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- Full Time
- Jul 17, 2026
Job Description
Position Type:
Crossing Guard/Crossing Guard

Date Posted:
4/1/2026

Location:
S.S. Palmer Elementary

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
When Filled
There are crossing guard positions available in the Palmerton Area School District.

AM shift: 8:00-8:30 am PM shift: 2:50-3:20pm
Compensation is $10/shift

Applicants must submit their application, Act 34 Criminal, Act 151 Child Abuse and Act 114 FBI Fingerprinting clearances.

Position Summary:
Responsible for providing maximum protection and assisting students in crossing the street going to and returning from the elementary buildings by directing traffic so that students may cross streets safely

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma or GED preferred
Maintain valid PA driver's license
Skills/Knowledge:
Thorough knowledge of appropriate signals for the control of vehicular traffic
Thorough knowledge of traffic safety as it relates to the movement of pedestrians at an intersection
Ability to work independently
Ability to follow a set schedule
Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, administrators, and general public
Ability to comprehend and retain knowledge of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code as it relates to school crossings and school zones
Ability to recognize and communicate potentially dangerous traffic situations and hazards in the environment
Ability to coordinate the movement of traffic with the safe flow of student pedestrians by choosing appropriate times to step into the street to create gaps in traffic
Ability to relate to student pedestrians and instruct them on safe methods of crossing the street by modeling appropriate street skills and behavior
Ability to prevent students from crossing the street in an unsafe manner or when traffic is moving
Physical:

Ability to stand and walk outside in a variety of all types of weather conditions and environmental extremes including but not limited to heat, cold, humidity, rain, snow, sleet, hail, and air pollution
Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, bend, crouch, twist, turn, and reach
Verbally direct students across the street
Functions/Duties/Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function/duty/responsibility at acceptable standards. In accordance with both state and/or federal law, reasonable accommodations will be considered upon employee request.

Essential:
Promptly obey all directives from the S.S. Palmer/Parkside Building Principal
Protect the lives of school-age pedestrians
Direct and control the movement of students at assigned intersections
Patrol an assigned intersection, direct traffic to stop, and direct students across the street safely
Stand in roadway with STOP paddle continuously raised to shoulder height to show that pedestrians are using the crosswalk
Prevent students from crossing the street while traffic is moving
Direct traffic at an assigned intersection when necessary to provide for the movement of school buses or to relieve temporary traffic congestion
Collect appropriate information concerning operators of vehicles that fail to obey proper signals and/or devices at the intersection and in the school zone
Report violators of the Vehicle Code as it applies to school crossings and school zones
Direct traffic at an assigned intersection when necessary to provide for the movement of school buses or to relieve temporary traffic congestion
Cooperate, assist, and communicate timely, accurately, and effectively, maintaining a positive environment and positive communications with fellow employees and the public to achieve mutual goals
Participate in any safety-related training required by the district
Perform related work
Secondary:
Perform all tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the S.S. Palmer/Parkside Building Principal
Terms of Employment:
Contracted 10-month position (one school year term)

Nothing in this job description shall restrict or limit the employer's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects the assignment of essential functions, but it does not prescribe or restrict the task that may be assigned. This job description may be subject to change at any time. Position Type:
Crossing Guard/Crossing Guard

Date Posted:
4/1/2026

Location:
S.S. Palmer Elementary

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
When Filled
There are crossing guard positions available in the Palmerton Area School District.

AM shift: 8:00-8:30 am PM shift: 2:50-3:20pm
Compensation is $10/shift

Applicants must submit their application, Act 34 Criminal, Act 151 Child Abuse and Act 114 FBI Fingerprinting clearances.

Position Summary:
Responsible for providing maximum protection and assisting students in crossing the street going to and returning from the elementary buildings by directing traffic so that students may cross streets safely

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma or GED preferred
Maintain valid PA driver's license
Skills/Knowledge:
Thorough knowledge of appropriate signals for the control of vehicular traffic
Thorough knowledge of traffic safety as it relates to the movement of pedestrians at an intersection
Ability to work independently
Ability to follow a set schedule
Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, administrators, and general public
Ability to comprehend and retain knowledge of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code as it relates to school crossings and school zones
Ability to recognize and communicate potentially dangerous traffic situations and hazards in the environment
Ability to coordinate the movement of traffic with the safe flow of student pedestrians by choosing appropriate times to step into the street to create gaps in traffic
Ability to relate to student pedestrians and instruct them on safe methods of crossing the street by modeling appropriate street skills and behavior
Ability to prevent students from crossing the street in an unsafe manner or when traffic is moving
Physical:

Ability to stand and walk outside in a variety of all types of weather conditions and environmental extremes including but not limited to heat, cold, humidity, rain, snow, sleet, hail, and air pollution
Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, bend, crouch, twist, turn, and reach
Verbally direct students across the street
Functions/Duties/Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function/duty/responsibility at acceptable standards. In accordance with both state and/or federal law, reasonable accommodations will be considered upon employee request.

Essential:
Promptly obey all directives from the S.S. Palmer/Parkside Building Principal
Protect the lives of school-age pedestrians
Direct and control the movement of students at assigned intersections
Patrol an assigned intersection, direct traffic to stop, and direct students across the street safely
Stand in roadway with STOP paddle continuously raised to shoulder height to show that pedestrians are using the crosswalk
Prevent students from crossing the street while traffic is moving
Direct traffic at an assigned intersection when necessary to provide for the movement of school buses or to relieve temporary traffic congestion
Collect appropriate information concerning operators of vehicles that fail to obey proper signals and/or devices at the intersection and in the school zone
Report violators of the Vehicle Code as it applies to school crossings and school zones
Direct traffic at an assigned intersection when necessary to provide for the movement of school buses or to relieve temporary traffic congestion
Cooperate, assist, and communicate timely, accurately, and effectively, maintaining a positive environment and positive communications with fellow employees and the public to achieve mutual goals
Participate in any safety-related training required by the district
Perform related work
Secondary:
Perform all tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the S.S. Palmer/Parkside Building Principal
Terms of Employment:
Contracted 10-month position (one school year term)

Nothing in this job description shall restrict or limit the employer's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects the assignment of essential functions, but it does not prescribe or restrict the task that may be assigned. This job description may be subject to change at any time.
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Palmerton Area School District

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Whether you’re starting your career or seeking new opportunities, these roles provide pathways for growth, security, and service.

Explore positions across a wide range of fields and take the first step toward a rewarding future in public service.
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