Volunteer_Opportunities

PTA Volunteer Opportunities, 2018-2019:

Canyon Creek PTA needs YOU! Our organization is entirely volunteer-based. Please consider volunteering and helping us to meet our mission of supporting programs that serve every student, building community, and celebrating the diversity of our school.

When you chair a program or an event, you have the opportunity to make it work for you! Many of these positions are well-established, meaning there is lots of information/knowledge ready to be shared to make the job easier and set you up for success. Even with "new" positions-- you will have the backing and support of our PTA board to help you succeed. And, as with anything, the job is really what YOU make it! Nothing here is set in stone. There are many ways to make a position work for you, even if that means changing it up and doing something new or different.

Note: Any chair position can be shared! Find a friend and serve together as co-chairs OR let us know you would like to partner with someone but you want helping finding someone! Many hands make for lighter work.

Not ready to chair a program or event? We are also always looking for individuals who are willing to volunteer to help support our wide array of programs and activities. There are single-event opportunities as well as ongoing positions. For occasional volunteer opportunities, keep an eye on our Volunteer Dashboard on our homepage!

Check out the list of positions and descriptions below. Then use the form below to indicate your interest(s). Once you submit the form, expect to hear back from us within a couple of days. Open chair positions are highlighted in yellow.

Executive Board:	Fundraising:	Enrichment:
PresidentElected Position Presides at all meetings and plans the meeting agenda with the PTA secretary, utilizing input from others. The president must remain impartial when serving as the presiding officer at meetings. (full job description) VP: CommunicationsElected Position Work on communications plan with all programs. Also assist the president and preside over meetings in the absence of the president. (full job description) VP: ProgramsElected Position Manage all facilities requests, support committee chairs in event planning, compile and submit for annual WSPTA Standards of Excellence Awards, serve as chair of Awards Committee. Also assist the president and preside over meetings in the absence of the president. (full job description) SecretaryElected Position Take minutes at PTA meetings, maintain legal documents, serve as a designated bank signatory, and assist with PTA correspondence. (full job description) TreasurerElected Position Organize, plan and maintain financial records, chair budget committee, file tax returns and federal and state-mandated documentation. Work with program chairs to ensure fiscally responsible behaviors and processes. (full job description) Legislative ChairServe on the PTA Board of Directors and keep up to date on school district issues and educational issues in our state. Serve as delegate to Legislative Assembly. Work to offer resources for advocacy efforts. Membership Chair Serve on the PTA Board of Directors and manage all things membership, including but not limited to, marketing, developing and implementing campaigns, data entry, budget tracking, and ongoing communication of goals and membership initiatives.	FundraisingResearch, develop and implement fundraising opportunities for the PTA. Partnership ProgramsDevelop and promote PTA fundraising opportunities, including silent fundraising management, special events, and ongoing community partnerships. Box TopsOrganize and manage Box Tops collection/submissions, including collection contests and marketing. BingoPlan and organize our annual Bingo night, including marketing, volunteer recruitment, prize basket collection, and event management. Skate NightOrganize and plan Skate Night (traditionally in fall and spring), including securing venue, marketing, and door prizes. Spring BazaarOrganize and plan a craft/small business market day, including recruiting vendors, marketing, and event management.	Art Docent/Art GalaCoordinate and manage the art docent program, including but not limited to supply ordering, art docent recruitment, training and support, and planning and organizing the annual Art Gala event. Afterschool ProgramsPlan and keep track of after school programs, act as a point-of-contact for the organization, and help request/plan space/time needs. LiteracyWork to promote literacy in the Canyon Creek community through programs and/or events. Multi-CulturalNEW Organize event(s) that celebrate the cultural diversity of our school and community. PlaygroundWork to identify and communicate playground/outside needs and help advocate for and implement any changes. Running ClubWork in collaboration with Canyon Creek staff to organize and manage recess running club, including scheduling volunteers and maintaining relevant records. Reflections S.T.E.M. - Spring STEM FairWork to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math education/enrichment in the Canyon Creek community by organizing a celebration of project-based student work. S.T.E.M. - Hour of CodeWork to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math education/enrichment in the Canyon Creek community by organizing computer coding event(s) inspired by Code.org. S.T.E.M. - Math ChallengeWork to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math education/enrichment in the Canyon Creek community by coordinating this year-long program via mathinaction.org.

Communication:	School Spirit/Community:	School Staff Support:
Email CoordinatorAct as the point of contact for general PTA email communications, including composing and sending emails and maintaining confidential email lists. DirectoryPublish the annual student directory, including but not limited to, compiling and collating data, securing release information, and preparation of data for publication. NewsletterEdit and publish the PTA newsletter, including ensuring it adheres to WSPTA best practices guidelines. Social MediaRegularly update Canyon Creek PTA's social media channels with information and resources relevant to the Canyon Creek community. WebsiteMaintain and develop content for the PTA website and coordinate with PTA leadership to ensure timely and accurate presentation of information. Experience and knowledge of web site development and/or HTML is very helpful, but not required. Reader BoardMaintain the reader board outside the school on a regular basis.	Ice Cream SocialOrganize and plan the annual event, including securing food/supplies, volunteers, event management, and marketing. Spirit WearPlan and manage fall spirit wear sales, including but not limited to, ordering, inventory management, marketing, event sales, and product delivery. Popcorn FridayPrepare and manage popcorn Fridays, including ordering, maintaining supplies/equipment, and preparing and serving popcorn to students and staff. Food DriveCoordinate a food drive in the fall. Community Serve Day LiasionAssist the Canyon Creek staff coordinator with marketing, finding volunteers, and helping at this annual August event. Family Fun - Game NightWork to build community at Canyon Creek by planning and organizing a fun and free family event. Family Fun - Glow Dance Special Education Rep.Serve as a liaison between PTA and our community's special needs families and teachers. Keep abreast of district and state initiatives, programs, and events of potential interest to the Special Ed community. Work with other Special Ed. Reps from across the district and Northshore PTSA Council. Summer FunCoordinate efforts to build community during the summer through summer events, such as summer play dates, as well as support school-sponsored summer events, such as First Grade Open House. Volunteer CoordinatorAct as the point-of-contact person for people interested in volunteering, maintain lists of people who indicate they want to volunteer, contact them when the need arises (e.g., event support, special projects, etc.), and also work to find ways to recognize and appreciate our amazing volunteers!	Book Room CoordinatorWork with Canyon Creek staff to manage and maintain the Book Room, including working closely with Canyon Creek teachers and staff on organization, preparation and maintenance of materials, and coordinating volunteer support. Emergency Prep LiaisonAct as PTA liaison to the staff e-prep coordinator and assist in inventorying, organizing, and maintaining emergency supplies. Health Room LiaisonAct as PTA liaison to the school nurse and assist with organizing and recruting volunteers for health screenings. Library BrigadeSupport classroom library visits by coordinating, scheduling and organizing library volunteers, communicating with library staff, supporting library programs and assisting with the annual Book Fair. Staff AppreciationPlan and organize PTA-sponsored projects/events to show appreciation for Canyon Creek staff. Student Council LiaisonAct as PTA liaison to Canyon Creek's Student Council, supporing their community outreach efforts and assisting the staff advisor as needed. Watch D.O.G.S.Act as PTA liaison to the staff Watch D.O.G.S. coordinator and assist in organizing the program as well as recruiting, training and scheduling volunteers.

For more information on any of these opportunities, please contact Melanie McKenzie or submit our volunteer interest form.

Updated 8/27/2018