Parent Engagement Manager

Working at the intersection of development and community, the Parent Engagement Manager drives ASL’s community-building and engagement goals by mobilizing parent volunteers. You will partner closely with the Director of Development, the Development team, and the Parent Community Association (PCA) President to execute high-impact events and steward committee groups. In support of the school mission, your goal is to transform parent involvement into long-term advocacy and sustainable financial support through strategic relationship management and exceptional event execution.

This position is fixed-term only, starting in August 2026 and finishing in June 2027. The role works in accordance with the school calendar.

Summary of duties and responsibilities:

Development: strategic event management and engagement:

• Logistics oversight: Manage end-to-end logistics for all cultivation and stewardship events, including venue sourcing, invitation/RSVP management, catering, AV requirements, and budget tracking.


• Flagship event lead: Serve as the primary coordinator for landmark celebrations, specifically the 75th Anniversary (April 2027).


• Annual engagement calendar: Execute a diverse portfolio of gatherings, including New Parent Coffees, Head’s Council lunches, donor cultivation and stewardship events, State of the School meetings, and Founder’s Day.


• Cross-divisional collaboration: Act as the primary liaison between the Lower, Middle, and High School divisions to facilitate student, alumni, and parent engagement opportunities.

Parent Community Association (PCA) partnership and support:

• Volunteer stewardship: Serve as the central point of contact for PCA volunteers, providing guidance to ensure all community-building events are successful and aligned with school values.


• Operational support: Act as the "internal hub" for PCA events (e.g., Welcome Back BBQ, Employee Appreciation, Literary Festival, 75th anniversary), coordinating all requirements with Facilities, IT, and Communications departments.

Additional responsibilities:

• Development strategy: Identify potential donor prospects based on their levels of volunteer engagement and interest.


• Communication and collateral: Prepare PowerPoint presentations and draft remarks for keynote speakers.


• Gift Stewardship: Coordinate and oversee the selection, ordering, and delivery of stewardship gifts for high-level donors and volunteers. Responsible for budget management and inventory tracking.


• Creative assets: Occasionally assist with event copywriting, social media content, and invitation design. Photograph events and volunteer groups for archival and promotional use.


• Team collaboration: Perform other duties within the scope of the role, including required evening and weekend hours for event coverage.

Essential qualifications/experience:

• A proven track record of event planning experience with high attention to detail, time management and responsiveness, budget oversight, specific management knowledge of AV and decor, and handling multiple event projects simultaneously


• Highly organized and a problem-solver, positive and friendly, strong people management and interpersonal skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Collaborative team colleague and a self-starter


• Demonstrable volunteer management experience, building and developing effective relationships in a non-profit environment


• Ability to adjust to dynamic event environments with ease and maintain professionalism with internal and external constituents and vendors


• A proven commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of children

Desirable qualifications/experience:

• Educated at degree level


• Independent and/or international school experience


• Knowledge proficiency in Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge/NXT


• Experience working with and navigating event management systems and software

Fundraising experience as it relates to cultivation and stewardship