Crossing guards

Crossing guards are the unsung heroes of a school day. They get our children safely across roadways and busy intersections. We entrust them with our greatest gift.

Being a crossing guard is more than just a job; it’s a commitment that reaches down to the depths of who you are as an outstanding community member. We need you. Are you ready?

A school crossing guard is a person employed by a municipality who directs the movement of pedestrians across a highway. School crossing guards have one of the most responsible and important positions within the City of Welland: ensuring the safety of pedestrians when crossing a roadway.

School crossing guards are regulated to stop the movement of traffic under the authority of the Highway Traffic Act. Recently approved legislation requires a school crossing guard to cross all pedestrians, not just children. A handheld stop sign is displayed upright, facing traffic approaching each direction.

How to apply to be a crossing guard

Click on this link to apply for the crossing guard position: https://welland.myavanti.ca/careers/Job/Details/2025.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume and cover letter in person to reception at City Hall marked ‘Attention: Human Resources – Crossing Guard Application’.

Crossing guards must be 16 years of age or older and must provide a criminal record summary. In addition, school crossing guards must be willing to work in various weather conditions.

As a condition of hire, candidates will need to successfully complete a physical assessment through our provider that includes vision, hearing and range of motion.