Call For School Crossing Guards Continues In Madison Borough

MADISON, NJ — The Borough of Madison has issued another job posting for additional crossing guards for the local school district, and interested local residents are encouraged to apply.

According to municipal announcements, the school district has been looking to hire more crossing guards since the summer.

Currently, the part-time position comes with a salary of $20.62 per hour but comes with no additional benefits.

To apply, interested parties must complete an official borough application and mail or deliver it in person to the Clerk's office at Borough of Madison, 50 Kings Road, in Madison.

Officials have stated that no faxes or emails will be accepted.

Madison is not alone in having difficulty filling these positions; a growing number of municipalities throughout New Jersey are facing a shortage of school crossing guards.

"I've heard recently, in a couple of the last few years, there are more communities having more trouble" finding people to fill these positions, said Catherine Bull, Coordinator of New Jersey's Crossing Guard Training and Resources Program.

Mayor Conley previously lauded the crossing guards' efforts and expressed gratitude for what they do to ensure that the borough's school-age students arrive and depart the school grounds safely.