Your Guide to Becoming a Nevada Crossing Guard
COMMUNITY HEROESThe Job That Keeps Kids Safe Every Day Crossing guards are among the most trusted people in any school community. Here is everything you need to know to get started. |
WHY IT MATTERS
More Than a Stop Sign
Every morning and afternoon, crossing guards step into one of the most vulnerable moments of a child’s day. They read traffic, signal drivers, and walk kids safely across the street. It sounds simple, but the responsibility is real and the community notices.
This is a role built on trust. Parents trust you with their children. Schools rely on you to show up. And kids, over time, come to see you as a familiar, reassuring face in their day.
| “Crossing guards are everyday heroes in our community who help ensure the safety of students coming and going from school.”
— Clark County Commissioner Michael Naft |
THE UPSIDE
Why People Love This Role
| Outdoor & Active
Fresh air and movement every shift, not a desk. Great for people who thrive outside. |
Flexible Hours
Approximately one hour in the morning and one hour in the afternoon, aligned with school schedules. |
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| Community Roots
Guards are recruited locally. You become a trusted, recognized face in your own neighborhood. |
Meaningful Every Day
You end each shift knowing children got to school safely because of you. That kind of purpose is rare. |
WHAT THE JOB INVOLVES
Duties, Equipment & Standards
Crossing guards are uniformed safety professionals operating under national standards set by the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Here is what you can expect on the job.
| On-Post Duties
• Safely guide pedestrians across designated intersections during school arrival and dismissal • Control traffic using a STOP paddle: octagonal, 18″ minimum, red with white lettering, reflective • Remain visible at your post for the entirety of your shift in proper dress code • Record license numbers of vehicles disregarding signals and report to your coordinator • No cell phone use while actively crossing children |
| Required Equipment (provided by employer)
• High-visibility safety vest meeting ANSI/ISEA 107 Class 2 or 3 standards • MUTCD-compliant STOP paddle, retro-reflectorized for use in low light • Whistle for audible signals to pedestrians and drivers • Hat, gloves, and rain gear depending on weather and jurisdiction |
| Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, often on uneven terrain • Ability to lift and hold a STOP paddle (approximately 5 lbs) repeatedly • Good vision and hearing to clearly detect approaching vehicles and pedestrians • Ability to work outside in all seasonal weather conditions • Ability to communicate instructions clearly in English • High school diploma or equivalent required |
GETTING HIRED How to Become a Crossing Guard
The process is straightforward. Most school districts and municipalities follow a similar path. Here is what to expect from start to first shift.
| 1 | Find openings near you. In the Las Vegas Valley, Clark County contracts with All City Management Services (ACMS) / The Crossing Guard Company. Apply directly at thecrossingguardcompany.com or visit their Las Vegas office: 4775 W. Teco Ave., Suite 230, Las Vegas, NV 89118. Phone: (702) 675-3135. |
| 2 | Complete the application. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. You will share your availability, any relevant experience, and pass a basic screening. |
| 3 | Get your fingerprint card. Because crossing guards work directly with children, a background check via fingerprinting is required in Nevada. Fingerprinting Express makes this fast and easy, with walk-ins welcome at any Nevada location. |
| 4 | Complete orientation. ACMS conducts a 3 to 4 hour orientation and processing meeting covering traffic control, equipment use, communications, and emergency procedures. Once complete, you are ready for the field. |
| 5 | Report to your post. You are assigned a location, issued your equipment, and given your schedule. ACMS’s goal is to maintain jobs and site assignments for all current and qualified guards. |
PAY & OUTLOOK
What to Expect in Nevada
In the Las Vegas area, the crossing guard position pays $17 per hour in unincorporated Clark County, Las Vegas, and North Las Vegas. Working hours are approximately one hour in the morning and one hour in the afternoon, aligned with school schedules. With an ongoing need for crossing guards throughout the Las Vegas Valley, positions are regularly available.
IS THIS RIGHT FOR YOU?
The Best Crossing Guards Share a Few Things
No degree or years of experience required. What matters is reliability, calm alertness in busy situations, and a genuine care for the people around you. Retirees, stay at home parents re-entering the workforce, and community volunteers all thrive in this role.
If you show up on time, stay focused when things get hectic, and find satisfaction in serving your neighborhood, this job is a natural fit. It is one of those rare roles where being a good neighbor is the primary qualification.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Learn More & Apply
Use these resources to explore open positions, training information, and equipment standards.
- The Crossing Guard Company: www.thecrossingguardcompany.com
- All City Management Services (ACMS): www.acmssafety.com
| Get Your Fingerprint Card at Fingerprinting Express
Nevada requires live scan fingerprinting before you begin working with children. At Fingerprinting Express, we process crossing guard applicants quickly and accurately. Walk-ins welcome at all Nevada locations, including Las Vegas, Henderson, and Reno. Trusted since 2003.
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