Traffic Assistant, SY24-25 (California) - Summit Public Schools
El Cerrito, CA 94530
About the Job
Traffic Assistant
The Traffic Assistant will assist school children in crossing traffic intersections at an assigned post during the hours when children are entering and leaving school, and does related work as required.
Under the general supervision of the Dean of Operations, the Traffic Assistant requires vigilance in directing and protecting children during those hours when they are entering and leaving school. This position is a part-time one, requiring the Traffic Assistant to serve at an assigned post.
Logistics: Part-time 11.5 hour per week, Monday to Friday - 2 hours per day (7:45 am - 8:45 am &
2:30 pm - 3:45 pm)
Hourly Salary: $20.00 per hour
The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), has superb attention to detail when completing large-scale rote tasks, and is devoted to providing a safe environment for students. The ideal candidate also has flexibility in providing the necessary supports for the team.
Who We Are:
What if all students graduated high school with not only content knowledge, but the habits and skills to successfully navigate college and career, with a sense of purpose to anchor them? This is the question at the core of Summit Public Schools. Summit is a leading charter management organization serving heterogeneous communities in the Bay Area and Washington state. We operate 12 schools serving over 4,000 students.
Are you looking for the opportunity to lead change? Do you want to help reimagine what schools should be? We put students in the driver’s seat, empowering students with the skills and habits they need to be successful in college and life. We need diverse, driven, and dynamic teachers to join our growing team to help realize our educational vision.
What You’ll Do:
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Stop traffic at crosswalks near the school when the traffic light permits for the safety of school children only;
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Assist children crossing the street going to and returning from school
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Instruct younger children in the precautions to be taken when crossing the street.
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This role is 11.5 hours per week, at very specific student drop-off and pick-up times. The hours for this role are as follows:
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Monday to Friday - 2 hours per day
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7:45 am - 8:45 am
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2:30 pm - 3:45 pm
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What You Need:
Key Qualities and Skills
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Commitment to uphold Summit’s values, belief that all children deserve a rigorous and equitable education that prepares them for college and for life.
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Ability to get along well with children;
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Ability to think and act quickly in emergencies;
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Good powers of observation; dependability;
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Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
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Clear health and background check.
Who You Are:
About You
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You maintain high expectations for all students and believe all students can find success in school, college, and life.
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You thrive while collaborating and are excited to work with your colleagues. You find positivity in share successes.
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You are positive and resilient in the face of big challenges.
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You possess strong people management skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, develop, and collaborate with a diverse group of teachers, leaders, staff members, and community members.
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You have the ability to apply honest, actionable, and timely feedback that results in improved performance.
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You are empathetic and culturally competent. You’re open to having hard conversations.
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You’re committed to continuous improvement, see feedback as a positive, and have a growth mindset.
Summit is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are directly intertwined with education. We are ALL better when we are able to bring our whole selves to work and honor each other’s voices across identities, cultural backgrounds, and life experiences. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals who are members of historically marginalized communities. Spanish language proficiency is a plus.