Cleveland Needs Crossing Guards

CLEVELAND, OH — The city is looking to hire crossing guards for the rapidly approaching school year. Applicants can contact the police department to inquire about a position, or get a recommendation from their city councilperson.

“Crossing guards serve an important function in our community by keeping its most valued asset safe – our children,” said Mayor Frank G. Jackson in a statement. “Adults looking to give back to the community or who enjoy working with children are encouraged to apply.”

Cleveland crossing guards help kids get across streets on their way to and from school. The crossing guards will be responsible for helping students going to public, parochial or charter schools for an hour in the morning and an hour in the afternoon.

Most crossing guards work from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. and from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., on school days, the city said. The position pays $20.50 per day. Crossing guards are eligible for health care through the city of Cleveland. There are roughly 40 crossing guard positions available around the city.

Anyone that's interested in applying for a crossing guard position is encouraged to get a referral from their local city councilperson.

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Applicants need a high school diploma or GED and will have to go through a background screening. Crossing guards will also need to take a drug test, the city said.

An orientation and training session is required for the newly hired crossing guards.

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