VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Service Job Opportunities

Saint Nicholas Catholic School is introducing a new volunteer structure designed to better reflect the real work that supports our school community. Beginning in the 2026–27 school year, families will meet their annual volunteer requirement by completing a service job aligned with school needs. This model provides clearer expectations, recognizes meaningful contributions, and strengthens the partnership between families, teachers, and staff. During this transition year, families may still choose to fulfill their obligation through Worker Bee hours. Hour‑tracking will remain available through Track It Forward for 2026–27, allowing families to log time spent on campus projects, maintenance, or other approved tasks. Volunteer opportunities are organized into several categories, including PTO‑supported roles, Auction support, School Commission leadership, and Saints in Service positions both on campus and at home. Each job includes a clear description and defined expectations so families can select the role that best fits their interests and availability.

Safe Environment Requirements

Saint Nicholas is committed to keeping our students safe. All Volunteers and staff must complete the following Archdiocese of Seattle Safe Environment requirements:

  • Background check every three years

  • Safe Environment Training through VIRTUS

  • Signed policy acknowledgment

  • Protecting God’s Children training, followed by online refresher courses every three years

The Archdiocese uses the VIRTUS program and database to manage Safe Environment compliance. To read policies, register for Safe Environment courses, or complete background check information, volunteers must create a VIRTUS profile.

For more information please visit Archdiocese of Seattle Safe Environment.

We thank you for your commitment to keeping our parish and schools safe and healthy for our children, youth, and vulnerable adults.

    • Commission Chair — Leads the School Commission, sets agendas, and guides the group’s work in supporting school policy, planning, and mission‑driven initiatives.

    • Commission Vice Chair — Supports the Chair, assists with leadership duties, and steps in when the Chair is unavailable.

    • Commission Secretary — Records minutes, manages documentation, and ensures clear communication for Commission business.

    • Commission Member — Participates in Commission meetings, provides input on school initiatives, and supports committee work.

    • PTO President — Oversees PTO operations, leads meetings, and coordinates parent‑driven initiatives that support school programs.

    • PTO Vice President — Assists the President, helps manage PTO activities, and supports leadership continuity.

    • PTO Secretary — Maintains records, prepares minutes, and ensures accurate communication for PTO business.

    • PTO Treasurer — Manages PTO finances, tracks expenses, and supports budgeting for PTO events and programs.

    • PTO Wreath Committee Lead — Coordinates the annual wreath sale, including ordering, distribution, and volunteer support.

    • PTO 8th Grade Graduation Lead — Plans and organizes 8th grade graduation events and supports communication with families. (This position should not be filled by an 8th grade parent)

    • PTO Fundraiser Lead — Oversees PTO fundraising events such as the Rainiers Game and Restaurant Takeovers, ensuring smooth planning and promotion.

    • PTO Middle School Dance & Game Night Lead — Coordinates PTO‑sponsored middle school events.

    • PTO Bingo Night Lead — Coordinates PTO‑sponsored community events like Bingo Night.

    • PTO Catholic Schools Week Lead — Plans and supports PTO activities during Catholic Schools Week.

    • PTO Wishing Tree Lead — Manages the Wishing Tree program, coordinating teacher requests and parish/family participation.

    • PTO Teacher Support Lead — Organizes ongoing support efforts for teachers, by fostering communication and collaboration with the room parent

    • PTO Teacher Appreciation Lead — Plans teacher appreciation events and coordinates volunteer contributions.

    • Procurement Lead — Solicits donations, gathers auction items, and supports catalog development.

    • Greater Giving Lead — Manages Greater Giving software setup, data entry, and event‑night support.

    • Decor/Set Up Lead — Designs and sets up event décor to create a welcoming auction environment.

    • Clean Up/Take Down Lead — Assists with post‑event cleanup and restoring venue space.

    • Communications Lead — Supports auction messaging, promotions, and family communication.

    • Dessert Dash Lead — Organizes the Dessert Dash, including dessert collection and event‑night coordination.

    • Class Project Lead — Coordinates creation of classroom auction projects with teachers and families.

    • Buddy Family — Host 2 playdates, be available to the new family for any questions they may have, and volunteer at 2 events

    • Recess Duty — Provides student supervision during recess to ensure safety and positive play.

    • Lunch Duty — Supports lunchroom supervision, assisting students and maintaining a safe environment.

    • Hands‑On Art Docent PS/PK — Leads four hands‑on art lessons for preschool and pre‑K students using provided materials.

    • Hands‑On Art Docent K–2 — Facilitates four hands‑on art lessons for grades K–2, supporting creativity and classroom engagement.

    • Hands‑On Art Docent 3–5 — Teaches four hands‑on art sessions for grades 3–5 with guidance from the art program.

    • Hands‑On Art Docent 6–8 — Leads four hands‑on art workshops for middle school students.

    • Boys Basketball Coach — Coaches the boys basketball team, supporting skill development and teamwork.

    • Girls Basketball Coach — Coaches the girls basketball team and fosters sportsmanship and growth.

    • Cross Country & Track Coach — Leads cross country and track practices and meets, encouraging fitness and perseverance.

    • Movie Night Coordinator — Organizes school movie nights, including setup, supervision, and cleanup.

    • Laundry — Washes and returns school linens or materials as needed.

    • Mailings — Prepares and organizes school mailings from home.

    • Buddy Family — Supports a newly enrolled family by hosting one to two playdates, being available for questions throughout the year, and volunteering together at two school events to help the new family feel welcomed and connected to the Saint Nicholas community. 

    • Room Parent — Support the classroom by assisting teachers with practical needs such as organizing materials, preparing projects, and coordinating volunteers for specific activities. They help plan and manage classroom celebrations, special events, and grade‑level activities, while also recruiting, scheduling, and communicating with volunteers for classroom events and field trips. The room parent will work closely with the PTO Teacher Support Lead to foster communication and collaboration between PTO and individual classrooms. They play a key role in community building by fostering an inclusive, welcoming environment for families and supporting classroom culture. Additionally, they assist with onsite school operations when classroom events or activities require in‑building support. 

    • Auction – Communication Distribution — Assists with distributing auction information to families.

    • Auction – Night Of — Provides event‑night support including check‑in, guest assistance, and activity coordination.

    • Auction – Package Organization — Organizes auction packages and ensures they are ready for display.

    • Auction – Set Up — Helps prepare the venue and set up auction materials.

    • Campus Decorating — Helps decorate campus for seasonal or special events.

    • Campus Clean Up – Fall — Supports fall campus cleanup projects.

    • Campus Clean Up – Spring — Assists with spring cleanup and beautification.

    • Classroom Support — Assists teachers with small projects, materials, or classroom tasks.

    • Color Run — Supports setup, supervision, and cleanup for the annual Color Run.

    • CSW Breakfast — Helps prepare, serve, and/or clean up during the Catholic Schools Week breakfast.

    • CSW Book Fair — Supports book fair operations, including setup, sales, and cleanup.

    • Field Day — Helps run stations, supervise students, and support Field Day logistics.

    • Golf Tournament — Assists with event logistics and participant support at the golf tournament.

    • Hospitality Sundays — Supports setup, serving, and cleanup for parish hospitality events.

    • Movie Night — Provides setup, supervision, and cleanup support for monthly movie nights.

    • PTO Events Support — Assists with four PTO‑supported activities or initiatives during the school year. Specific assignments and scheduling are coordinated between PTO Leads and individual volunteers based on PTO needs and availability, and may include events such as Bingo Nights, Catholic Schools Week, 8th Grade Graduation, and other PTO‑sponsored activities. 

    • St. Patrick’s Day Dinner – Serve & Clean Up — Serves food and assists with cleanup at the St. Patrick’s Day Dinner.

    • St. Patrick’s Day Dinner – Set Up — Prepares the venue and sets up materials for the dinner.

    • Tree Lighting — Assists with setup and support for the annual tree lighting event.

    • Wreath Sales — Assists with wreath distribution and sales support.

    • Women of Grace Group Daycare — Provides childcare during the parish’s weekly women’s group gathering.