DEFINITION: Under close supervision, assists students with crossing streets safely to and from school for Sunnyside Unified School District.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledges, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class).
TASKS:
Directs students in accordance with traffic signals; directs oncoming traffic in order to safely escort students; places and removes school crossing signs at designated locations to notify motorists of school crossing; monitors student behavior and environment to maintain safety.
Reports any misbehavior of students; reports traffic violations over speed limit; adheres to regulations and guidelines governing school crossings; performs related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
Knowledge of District policies and procedures.
Knowledge of traffic regulations pertaining to school and pedestrian crossings.
Knowledge of traffic control devices.
Skill in assuring safety for students and motorists.
Skill in directing traffic and pedestrians.
Skill in following oral and written instructions.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is performed in an outdoor environment. Work requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and may require lifting up to 25 pounds. May be exposed to traffic hazards extreme weather conditions and infectious diseases.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Additional certifications may also be required as specified by the District.
Depending on the needs of the District, some incumbents in this class must be able to demonstrate fluency in both Spanish and English as a condition of employment.
Salary Grade: A Hourly Pay: $16.50 Hours per Day: 3 Days: 195 Start Date: 2026/2027 School Year
Application Procedure:
Apply online
Sunnyside Unified School District is the second largest school district in Tucson, Arizona, serving approximately 14,000 students. Sunnyside covers 93.6 square miles and serves the southern part of the City of Tucson and areas adjacent in Pima County, including the San Xavier Reservation.
Sunnyside was established in 1921 and serves families with children from birth to grade 12. The nationally recognized Ocotillo Early Learning Center is the District’s high quality, developmentally appropriate early childhood center serving children ages birth to five of all abilities in an inclusive, nurturing, stimulating environment.
