School Crossing Guards needed for upcoming school year

Jason Morales

August 26, 2021

Part-Time School Crossing Guards Wanted

The City of Rochester is seeking dependable and community-minded individuals to serve as part-time Crossing Guards with the Rochester Police Department.

In this important role, Crossing Guards help ensure the safety of children and families by managing safe crossings at designated roadways and assisting with traffic control during school arrival and dismissal times. Comprehensive training is provided.

We currently have openings at the following locations:

  • Lowell Street
  • Franklin & Chamberlain Streets
  • Brock Street (Holy Rosary Credit Union)
  • Railroad Avenue (Gonic)
  • Portland Street (East Rochester)
  • Portland Street & Crow Hill Road
  • Granite Street

Position Details:

  • Part-time, 7.5 hours per week
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:45–8:30 AM and 2:45–3:30 PM (during the school year)
  • $15.00 per hour
  • Applicants must have reliable transportation and be comfortable working in various weather conditions
  • Background check required

Interested candidates can apply online at www.rochesternh.net or pick up an application in person at the Human Resources Office in City Hall (31 Wakefield Street). [Click here to print the application.]*

For more information, please contact the Human Resources Office at (603) 335-7503. We look forward to hearing from you!

About the author
Jason Morales
Jason Morales brings both journalistic skill and classroom experience to his education reporting. A former high school English teacher in Manchester, Jason made a career change to journalism in 2019 after completing Columbia Journalism School’s intensive program for professionals. His firsthand knowledge of educational challenges gives his reporting on school board decisions, education funding, and classroom innovations unique insight and credibility. Jason’s series “Learning in the Granite State,” which examined disparities in educational resources across New Hampshire communities, earned him recognition from the Education Writers Association. In addition to education, he covers community events, local arts, and profiles of notable residents. Jason speaks fluent Spanish and has worked to improve our coverage of New Hampshire’s growing Latino communities. He volunteers teaching adult literacy and enjoys hiking, playing guitar, and exploring New Hampshire’s craft breweries. Jason lives in Manchester with his wife and young son.