MV Parent Network Coordination. Serve as the primary liaison between school administration and the Mount Vernon Parent Network (MVPN) leadership. Recruitment and Retention of Parent Volunteers and Staff Liaisons. Coordinate and support MVPN meeting scheduling, agenda setting, and communication logistics. Facilitate parent volunteer engagement for events, programs, and initiatives. Manage communications related to MVPN activities, including newsletters and social media updates. Support MVPN committee work, including attending parent meetings and participating in hands-on preparations for events. Communicate regularly and proactively with parents to facilitate engagement and support. Event Planning & Execution. Plan and coordinate logistics for a range of events, primarily including Signature Events, MVPN events, and all-school celebrations; support the planning and execution of other CGI and school events as needed. Collaborate with the Major Gifts Officer to identify and secure Corporate Sponsorships. Collaborate with the CGI Coordinator to maintain accurate event fundraising records across platforms. Identify and secure opportunities to achieve event fundraising objectives. Develop and manage event timelines, vendor relationships, budgets, and communications. Collaborate across departments to ensure seamless event execution and alignment with school goals. Maintain event records, evaluations, and post-event reports for continuous improvement. School-Wide Calendar Management. Own and maintain the master school calendar, ensuring accuracy and consistency across platforms. Collaborate with school leadership and department heads to schedule events and avoid conflicts. Coordinate internal facility reservations Manage external rentals from beginning to end, including managing communications with renters, coordinating internal logistics, executing contracts, and being present at off-hours rental events as needed. Communicate calendar updates proactively to the school community via digital channels. Provide strategic oversight to ensure calendar alignment with school priorities and annual rhythms. Core Competencies. Understands & contributes to the School culture, mission/purpose. Self-starter with attention to detail. Ability to cultivate respectful and affirming environments Builds relationships & culture through effective communication. Demonstrates quality, accuracy, and professionalism. Provides clarity & ability to navigate ambiguity. Aligns resources & processes with organizational priorities. Uses data to drive decision-making. Proficiency in Google Workspace. Familiarity with CRM, calendar systems, and communication platforms Requirements Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in education, event management, nonprofit administration, or related field 2 years of relevant experience in administrative coordination, advancement, or event planning. Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for school events. Demonstrated ability to work independently and to maintain confidentiality. Start Date | July/ Aug 2026 This job description is intended to describe the basic elements of the job and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. This job description does not constitute a contract. It may be modified or amended at any time as determined in the School’s discretion. The faculty and staff of The Mount Vernon School believe the fair and equitable treatment of employees is critical to fulfilling its mission and purpose. It is the policy of The Mount Vernon School to conduct business and provide equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.