Does a school crossing guard have the authority to STOP traffic in order for Children to cross a street or should the guard wait until there is an ebb in traffic before crossing the childre?

A school crossing guard typically has the authority to stop traffic to ensure the safe crossing of children, often using stop signs or signals. Their role is to enhance safety by managing traffic during school hours. However, they are also trained to assess traffic conditions and should wait for an appropriate moment when it is safe to cross if traffic is heavy. Ultimately, their primary goal is to ensure the safety of the children.