Join the PTO
We have several open positions available for volunteers. The continued success of the Big Lake Elementary PTO depends on you!
Each position requires general qualifications, including having student(s) attending Independence and/or Liberty Elementary, meeting once per month, dedicating time to lead and/or support events, and demonstrating a collaborative spirit.
A position with * denotes a role that is voted in during a public PTO meeting and has voting power within the PTO.
Chair Position*
A liaison between the board and the school works in collaboration to set the vision and priorities for the organization. Responsibilities include (not limited to):
Maintaining legal documents and compliance
Approving expenses, creating budgets, check and balances with the treasurer
Establishing a calendar of events
Approving the meeting agenda and leading the meetings
Represent the organization at meetings and events outside of the organizations
Coordinate the work of all officers and committees so that the purpose of the organization is served
Secretary*
Keeps all records of the organization. Basic knowledge of Google applications and platforms is necessary.
Takes minutes at all meetings
Sets the agenda for all meetings and prints copies for public attendees
All notes and documents are created using Google Drive
Monitor PTO shared email box
Keeps a copy of the bylaws
Fundraising Coordinator
Create innovative ways to raise money to fund the organization, sponsor events, and manage sponsor and donor relations.
Main contact for sponsors, donors, and schools
Contact potential donors and sponsors, maintaining relationships
Collect sponsorship and donations as needed
Support creation and distribution of marketing materials
Can set up sub-committees to distribute work
Answer parent questions and resolve issues if needed