How much does a crossing guard make?

In the U.S., pay can differ by location and employer, and more experience or responsibility may mean better pay. School guards often work part-time; roadwork flaggers may need state safety training, and hours worked affect total earnings.

Guide or control vehicular or pedestrian traffic at such places as streets, schools, railroad crossings, or construction sites.

What's a typical day like?

At a school crossing, you watch traffic, raise a STOP paddle, and guide children across during busy school hours. At roadwork, you use a stop/slow paddle or signals to hold cars while crews work nearby.

In the U.S., apply to a city, school district, or police department. A high school diploma or GED is common but not always required; some local jobs require applicants to be adults (often 18+), and employers provide training, while roadwork flaggers may need state safety training.

High school plus some training (preparation level 2 of 5)

Good for people who like building and doing and keeping things organized.

Some flaggers can operate stop/slow signals remotely from well away from moving traffic, instead of standing beside the cars.