DSPA 2025-2026
Open Volunteer Positions
Thanks for your interest in joining the DSPA! Being a member means you get to influence your child’s early education and connect with other parents. It’s all about making your child’s experience better and building a tighter school community.
The following positions run throughout the length of the school year and we meet as a DSPA Board usually bi-weekly and virtually. If you are interested in volunteering for specific school events instead, please visit our event volunteer form.
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The Room Parent Coordinator will act as the main liaison between the DSPA and room parents in the preschool. Their duties include recruiting and assigning room parents for each classroom, offering guidance and resources on volunteer activities and classroom participation, and arranging room parent meetings. Additionally, they will work with the DSPA board to pinpoint needs and opportunities for parent involvement in classroom activities.
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The Fundraising Chair will lead all non-gala fundraising efforts to support preschool programs and activities throughout the academic year. They will develop fundraising strategies and goals, organize various initiatives such as bake sales, auctions, book fairs, and fundraising drives, and recruit volunteers to support these events. Additionally, they will collaborate with the Treasurer to manage funds raised and work with the Fundraising Committee to ensure successful implementation of all fundraising activities.
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The Gala Chair will organize and oversee the preschool's annual gala fundraiser, creating an enjoyable and successful event for parents and supporters. Their responsibilities include developing the gala theme and concept, securing the event venue and vendors, coordinating ticket sales, sponsorships, and donations, and managing event logistics including decorations, catering, and entertainment—all while working within an approved budget to maximize fundraising potential. They will work closely with the Gala Committee to ensure the gala's success as the preschool's premier fundraising event.
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The Gala Committee will work under the guidance of the Gala Chair to plan and execute the preschool's annual gala fundraiser. Committee members may take on specific roles such as Auction Coordinator, Entertainment Coordinator, Decor Coordinator, or Sales Coordinator. These roles allow for focused contribution to different aspects of the gala planning process.
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The Communications Chair will oversee communication among the DSPA, school, and parents. Their role involves keeping parents informed about school events, activities, and important updates. They will write and schedule weekly DSPA newsletters for school staff and families. Additionally, as the committee chair, they will collaborate with members to devise effective communication strategies within the community. The communications committee comprises the Room Parent Coordinator, Website Administrator, and Graphic Designer.
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The Parent Volunteer Coordinator will actively engage with parents and teachers within the school community. They will recruit, coordinate, plan, and organize all parent volunteer opportunities both on and off campus. They will communicate with and provide guidance to parent volunteers who have signed up to help with activities, including setting the time and location, instructing them where to check-in upon arrival, and assigning responsibilities for the day.
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A Yearbook Staff Photographer will have the opportunity to capture precious moments and memories of your child’s school events and activities. Photographers must be able to attend most events hosted at the school, which can sometimes include up to three events per week, typically from 9 am to 12 pm.
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The Yearbook Staff Editor will contribute to creating a lasting memento for students and staff, preserving memories of the school year. They will collaborate with the Yearbook Editor on designing events pages, class pages, and special features. While the Yearbook Staff Editor will be involved in yearbook activities throughout the year, the majority of the designing work will take place from January to May.