President

Time Commitment: 2–10 hours per week
Busiest Time of Year: Ongoing

Ideal Candidate:
Someone with flexibility during school hours for meetings and events. This role is best suited for a strong leader with excellent communication and organizational skills who can support and guide the entire PTA board.

Responsibilities:

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the PTA
  
  

• Maintain a positive and collaborative relationship with school administration and staff
  
  

• Coordinate the work of all PTA officers, chairs, and committees
  
  

• Preside over all Executive Board and General Membership meetings
  
  

• Prepare meeting agendas and meet with the principal to review PTA-related items
  
  

• Serve as an authorized signer on PTA bank accounts, contracts, and tax documents when required
  
  

• Ensure PTA operations remain compliant with PTA bylaws, policies, and financial procedures
  
  

• Appoint committee chairs with approval from the Executive Board
  
  

• Serve as an ex-officio member of all committees except the Nominating and Financial Reconciliation Committees
  
  

• Monitor progress toward PTA goals and help resolve challenges
  
  

• Represent the PTA within the school community and with external partners
  
  

• Recruit, mentor, and support PTA volunteers and future leaders
  
  

• Attend Frisco ISD Council of PTAs meetings when applicable
  
  

• Ensure all board members complete a Plan of Work (POW)

VP of Programs

Time Commitment: 1–2 hours per week (during program months)
Busiest Time of Year: July–August (planning), October (Trunk or Treat), and months with scheduled programs

Ideal Candidate:
Someone organized and creative who enjoys planning engaging programs and enrichment opportunities for students.

Responsibilities:

• Research, plan, and schedule educational programs, assemblies, and enrichment opportunities
  
  

• Coordinate in-school programs such as author visits and guest speakers
  
  

• Oversee planning and execution of PTA-sponsored events
  
  

• Serve as the main point of contact for program vendors and presenters
  
  

• Coordinate with the Volunteer Coordinator and event chairs to ensure proper staffing
  
  

• Ensure programs stay within the approved PTA budget
  
  

• Promote programs through social media, newsletters, and the PTA website
  
  

• Assist with event logistics including setup, execution, and cleanup
  
  

• Maintain communication with school administration regarding program approvals
  
  

• Develop an annual Plan of Work (POW)

VP of Ways & Means

Time Commitment: Approximately 2 hours per week (more during major events)
Busiest Time of Year: Beginning of school year and major fundraising events (Bingo Night, Read-a-Thon, Turkey Trot)

Ideal Candidate:
Someone who enjoys building relationships, coordinating events, and supporting the school through fundraising initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and oversee all PTA fundraising initiatives
  
  

• Establish fundraising goals aligned with the PTA budget
  
  

• Coordinate fundraising events and campaigns
  
  

• Build relationships with local businesses and community sponsors
  
  

• Secure sponsorships and partnerships for PTA programs and events
  
  

• Book event vendors such as inflatables, entertainers, and food trucks
  
  

• Work with school administration regarding student incentives and prize approvals
  
  

• Promote fundraising events through social media, newsletters, and the PTA website
  
  

• Collaborate with the Volunteer Coordinator to recruit volunteers for events
  
  

• Coordinate annual school supply kit sales with the school vendor
  
  

• Track fundraising progress and communicate results to the board
  
  

• Develop an annual Plan of Work (POW)

Membership

Time Commitment:
2 hours per week (July–October)
Minimal time commitment after October

Busiest Time of Year: July–October

Ideal Candidate:
Someone organized and comfortable working with online systems and membership tracking tools.

Responsibilities:

• Develop membership goals and recruitment strategies for the school year
  
  

• Manage memberships using the MyPTEZ system
  
  

• Plan and promote membership drives throughout the year
  
  

• Promote membership through social media, newsletters, and school communications
  
  

• Track membership progress and provide updates to the board
  
  

• Organize and manage the nomination process for the PTA Lifetime Membership Award
  
  

• Coordinate voting and recognition for the award recipient
  
  

• Maintain accurate membership records
  
  

• Develop an annual Plan of Work (POW)

Treasurer

Time Commitment: 1–2 hours per week
Busiest Time of Year: Beginning and end of the fiscal year, large PTA events, and budget planning season

Ideal Candidate:
Someone who is highly organized and comfortable managing financial records. Financial experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the authorized custodian of all PTA funds
  
  

• Maintain accurate financial records for the organization
  
  

• Deposit funds and pay bills in a timely manner
  
  

• Process reimbursements and ensure proper documentation
  
  

• Ensure all expenditures follow the approved PTA budget
  
  

• Prepare and present monthly financial reports at PTA meetings
  
  

• Assist the President in developing the proposed annual budget
  
  

• Present the proposed budget for board and membership approval
  
  

• Prepare financial documents for the Financial Reconciliation Committee
  
  

• Submit the required IRS Form 990 annually
  
  

• Maintain financial compliance with PTA policies and regulations
  
  

• Develop an annual Plan of Work (POW)

Secretary

Time Commitment: 2–3 hours monthly
Busiest Time of Year: After PTA meetings and during the first year in the role

Ideal Candidate:
Someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and able to attend all board and general meetings.

Responsibilities:

• Record accurate minutes for all Executive Board and General Membership meetings
  
  

• Provide meeting minutes to the President for review within 1–2 days
  
  

• Maintain permanent records of meeting minutes and PTA documents
  
  

• Maintain a current copy of the PTA bylaws and standing rules
  
  

• Organize and store PTA documents for future reference
  
  

• Prepare annual records for the Minute Approval Committee
  
  

• Compile the annual PTA historical report if a Historian role is not filled
  
  

• Develop an annual Plan of Work (POW)
  
  

Parliamentarian

Time Commitment: 1–2 hours monthly
Busiest Time of Year: Ongoing

Ideal Candidate:
Someone who can attend all PTA meetings and is comfortable ensuring meetings follow bylaws and parliamentary procedure.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure meetings follow PTA bylaws and basic parliamentary procedure
  
  

• Provide guidance on motions, amendments, and voting procedures
  
  

• Advise the President and board on procedural matters
  
  

• Chair the Bylaws Committee and oversee required bylaws reviews
  
  

• Coordinate the bylaws revision process every three years or when updates are needed
  
  

• Manage the Nominating Committee process and election procedures
  
  

• Provide objective, non-biased guidance during meetings
  
  

• Assist the President with agenda preparation as needed
  
  

• Develop an annual Plan of Work (POW)
  
  

Book Fair Chair

Time Commitment: Approximately 75 hours per year
Busiest Time of Year: Weeks surrounding the Fall and Spring Book Fairs

Ideal Candidate:
Someone organized with strong communication skills who enjoys supporting literacy and creating fun reading experiences for students.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate two annual book fairs in partnership with the school librarian
  
  

• Plan book fair logistics including setup, operation, and breakdown
  
  

• Recruit volunteers to assist during the book fair
  
  

• Promote the event to students and families
  
  

• Manage daily book fair operations
  
  

• Coordinate sales procedures and vendor communication
  
  

• Create an engaging literacy-focused event for the school community
  
  

• Ensure event success and positive student experience
  
  

• Develop an annual Plan of Work (POW)
  
  

Council Delegate

Time Commitment: 1–2 hours monthly
Busiest Time of Year: During Frisco ISD Council of PTAs meeting months

Ideal Candidate:
Someone able to attend monthly Council meetings and report information back to the Elliott PTA.

Responsibilities:

• Attend Frisco ISD Council of PTAs meetings
  
  

• Report updates, information, and actions from Council meetings to the Elliott PTA board
  
  

• Represent Elliott PTA and vote on council matters as directed by the membership
  
  

• Share important district-wide PTA initiatives and opportunities
  
  

• Serve as a liaison between Elliott PTA and the district council
  
  

• Develop an annual Plan of Work (POW)

Social Media Chair

Time Commitment: 1–2 hours per week
Busiest Time of Year: Ongoing

Ideal Candidate:
Someone comfortable using social media who can communicate clearly and consistently with the school community.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and update the PTA’s social media accounts (Facebook and Instagram)
  
  

• Share information about PTA events, volunteer opportunities, and school happenings
  
  

• Promote PTA programs, fundraisers, and initiatives
  
  

• Coordinate with board members to schedule posts and announcements
  
  

• Maintain a consistent online presence for the PTA
  
  

• Ensure content aligns with PTA messaging and school guidelines
  
  

• Develop an annual Plan of Work (POW)

Hospitality

Time Commitment: 2–3 hours monthly (more during event planning periods)
Busiest Time of Year: Back-to-school events, teacher luncheons, and Teacher Appreciation Week

Ideal Candidate:
Someone who enjoys planning events and showing appreciation for teachers and staff.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and organize teacher appreciation events and staff luncheons
  
  

• Coordinate volunteers to assist with hospitality events
  
  

• Purchase and distribute PTA-funded staff birthday gifts
  
  

• Plan and execute Teacher Appreciation Week activities
  
  

• Coordinate decorations, food, and supplies for hospitality events
  
  

• Work with the Volunteer Coordinator to recruit helpers
  
  

• Develop an annual Plan of Work (POW)

Room Parent Coordinator

Time Commitment: 1–2 hours weekly (more during class party planning)
Busiest Time of Year: Beginning of the year, holiday parties, and end-of-year celebrations

Ideal Candidate:
Someone organized and comfortable coordinating multiple volunteers and teachers.

Responsibilities:

• Recruit and organize room parents for each classroom
  
  

• Serve as the main point of contact between PTA, teachers, and room parents
  
  

• Provide guidance and expectations for room parent responsibilities
  
  

• Coordinate classroom parties and special classroom events
  
  

• Communicate party guidelines and procedures
  
  

• Organize volunteers to distribute party supplies
  
  

• Ensure consistent communication between classroom volunteers and the PTA
  
  

• Develop an annual Plan of Work (POW)

Spirit Wear

Time Commitment: 2–3 hours monthly
Busiest Time of Year: Beginning of school year and spring planning for the following year

Ideal Candidate:
Someone organized who enjoys promoting school spirit and working with vendors.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the school spirit wear program
  
  

• Coordinate design, ordering, and sales of spirit wear items
  
  

• Work with vendors to produce spirit wear merchandise
  
  

• Promote spirit wear sales to students and families
  
  

• Coordinate order distribution
  
  

• Monitor inventory and sales trends
  
  

• Plan new spirit wear items for future school years
  
  

• Develop an annual Plan of Work (POW)

Community Chair

Time Commitment: 2–3 hours monthly
Busiest Time of Year: Beginning of school year

Ideal Candidate:
Someone with strong communication skills who enjoys building relationships within the community.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a liaison between the school, PTA, and local businesses
  
  

• Plan and coordinate Spirit Nights and community partnership events
  
  

• Identify opportunities for community sponsorships or donations
  
  

• Work closely with the Ways & Means chair on partnerships
  
  

• Promote programs such as Box Tops and other community initiatives
  
  

• Strengthen relationships between the school and local community
  
  

• Develop an annual Plan of Work (POW)

Volunteer Coordinator

Time Commitment: 2–4 hours weekly
Busiest Time of Year: Ongoing throughout the school year

Ideal Candidate:
Someone organized who enjoys coordinating volunteers and managing multiple events.

Responsibilities:

• Recruit and manage volunteers for all PTA events and initiatives
  
  

• Coordinate volunteer sign-ups and scheduling
  
  

• Communicate with teachers and board members about volunteer needs
  
  

• Organize the annual “Tears & Cheers” event on the first day of school
  
  

• Coordinate the monthly Sip & Snip volunteer event
  
  

• Recognize volunteers through the Volunteer of the Month program
  
  

• Ensure volunteers are properly registered through the district system
  
  

• Develop an annual Plan of Work (POW)

WATCH D.O.G.S. 

Time Commitment: Approximately 5 hours per month
Busiest Time of Year: Beginning of the year and during recruitment events

Ideal Candidate:
A dad, father figure, or male role model who is organized, communicative, and excited to support the WATCH D.O.G.S. program.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the WATCH D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) program at Elliott Elementary
  
  

• Recruit fathers and father figures to volunteer on campus
  
  

• Coordinate and manage the volunteer schedule
  
  

• Communicate expectations and campus procedures with volunteers
  
  

• Work with school administration to support campus needs
  
  

• Organize and promote WATCH D.O.G.S. kickoff and recruitment events
  
  

• Ensure volunteers complete district volunteer registration and background checks
  
  

• Provide guidance and support to volunteers during their campus visit
  
  

• Share updates and needs with the PTA board
  
  

• Develop an annual Plan of Work (POW)