• Enrollment Outreach Coordinator – Pre‑Registration
• Scholastic Book Coordinator & Librarian
• School Photographer/Historian
• Towel Washers
• Dad Liaison
• Play Dough Maker
• Art Helper
• Survey Assistant
• Class Photo Coordinator
• Class Photo Photographers/Editors (Spring)

• Forms Assistant
• Previews Coordinator – Pre‑Registration

• Treasurer Assistant – Pre‑Registration
• Invoice Coordinator – Pre‑Registration
• Payroll Coordinator – Pre‑Registration
• Treasurer's Mail Assistant

• Development Committee
• Auction Donation Follow Up Manager (Spring)
• Thank You Note Assistant (Year Round)
• Halloween Bake Sale Coordinator (Fall)
• Restaurant Fundraiser Coordinator
• Keepsake Coordinator – Pre‑Registration
• Keepsake Creative Team

• Publicity Chair Assistant/Desktop Publisher – Pre‑Registration
• Social Media Manager – Pre‑Registration
• Social Media Team

• Halloween Party Coordinator – Pre‑Registration
• School Picnic Coordinator
• Halloween Party Committee
• Halloween Food & Beverage Committee (Partial Buyout)
• School Picnic Committee (Partial Buyout)

• Class Liaison / Photographer – Pre‑Registration
• Class Placemat Editors
• Outreach Coordinator
• Outreach Assistant
• Konstella Coordinator – Pre‑Registration
• CPR/First Aid Class Coordinator

• Facilities Chair Assistant – Pre‑Registration
• Facilities Team Members – Pre‑Registration

• Mini Job: Enrollment Outreach Team
• Mini Job: Keepsake Creative Team
• Mini Job: Baby Class Liaison
• Mini Job: Social Media Team
• Mini Job: Baby Class Photographer
• Mini Job: Facilities Team Member
• Mini Job: On-Call Task Helper
• Mini Job: Halloween Party Photographer
• Mini Job: School Picnic Photographer

• Full Job Buyout

Director Team

Enrollment Outreach Coordinator (Pre‑Registration)

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Must be available to start in the late spring or early summer. Heavy in summer and early fall, with some steady work throughout the year.
• Skills: Outgoing and comfortable attending events and approaching folks in the community to help them discover the wonderful programs offered at Little Wonders. Self-starter, able to work independently to help promote Little Wonders.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Promote Little Wonders in the local community by distributing information at relevant locations and events.
  • Acquire materials such as fliers and postcards from the publicity team and request posting at local businesses/events.
  • Identify additional outreach opportunities and sign folks up for previews and programs.
  • Attend preschool fairs and make announcements at local events (e.g., library storytimes).

Scholastic Book Coordinator & Librarian

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Steady throughout the year with some work required in August.
• Skills: Must be well organized and able to meet deadlines. An interest in parenting literature is a bonus.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Maintain the parent lending library and organize monthly Scholastic book orders.
  • Organize and maintain the education lending library in August and throughout the year.
  • Follow up with borrowers to ensure books are returned on time.
  • Distribute book order forms, receive shipments, organize pick-up, and track points/special offers.

School Photographer/Historian

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Steady throughout the year. Must attend Little Wonders events.
• Skills: Enjoy photography and scrapbooking. Familiarity with online photo tools required.
• Monetary Commitment: May include small out-of-pocket photo printing expenses.
• Responsibilities:
  • Photograph key Little Wonders events and candid class moments.
  • Manage and update the photo sharing site for the school year.
  • Work with the Director to support bulletin board displays and yearly scrapbook creation.
  • Explore alternate storage/sharing options (post-Shutterfly).

Towel Washers

• Positions: 1-2
• Timeline: Ongoing, every couple of weeks.
• Skills: Access to washing machine.
• Monetary Commitment: Use your own supplies and utilities.
• Responsibilities:
  • Follow washing schedule to ensure clean towels for all classes.
  • Complete tasks at home and return clean towels on schedule.

Dad Liaison

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Year-round.
• Skills: Good communication and interest in community building.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Organize 2–3 social events for dads (e.g., Dad’s Night Out, playdates).
  • Promote events in weekly announcements.

Play Dough Maker

• Positions: 1-2
• Timeline: Weekly or biweekly during school year.
• Skills: Follow a recipe and meet deadlines.
• Monetary Commitment: Supply your own materials.
• Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and deliver play dough in double or quadruple batches based on cadence.
  • Make and deliver on your class day. Work completed at home.

Art Helper

• Positions: 1-2
• Timeline: Year-round.
• Skills: Creative, communicative, detail-oriented.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Assist teachers with prepping art activities (e.g., birthday crowns, cutting templates).

Survey Assistant

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Heaviest at semester end and early summer.
• Skills: Familiarity with Google Forms; data visualization preferred.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Update and run fall/end-of-year school surveys.
  • Analyze results and share summaries with the board.
  • Present findings at board meetings or via board presidents.

Class Photo Coordinator

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Planning in Jan/Feb; photos in April.
• Skills: Organization, scheduling, communication.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Create and manage photo schedule and order forms.
  • Coordinate with photographers and invoice families.
  • Sort, deliver, and help track orders and payments.

Class Photo Photographers / Editors (Spring Job)

• Positions: 2
• Timeline: Planning in Spring; photos in April.
• Skills: Photography, attention to detail, basic editing. Phone cameras OK.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Take 3–4 class photos during April class sessions.
  • Perform light photo editing and send to Photo Coordinator.

Registration Team

Forms Assistant

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Must be available to start in the early summer. Heavier in summer and fall, with some steady work throughout the year.
• Skills: Must be well organized, detail-oriented, and proficient with Excel and Google Docs. Must have regular access to a computer with internet.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Handle specific duties assigned by the Registrar throughout the year.
  • Help process and track forms submitted through the Jovial platform.
  • Train replacement parent volunteer(s) at the end of the year.
  • Most of the work can be completed from home following an initial team meeting.

Previews Coordinator (Pre‑Registration)

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Steady throughout the year
• Skills: Helpful if a returning Little Wonders parent. Strong computer skills, great interpersonal skills and ability to self-start.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate with Registrar and Director to schedule preview sessions for prospective families.
  • Monitor and respond to preview@littlewonders.org emails and RSVPs.
  • Follow up with attendees post-preview to answer questions and encourage registration.
  • Most work is completed from home via email.

Treasurer Team

Treasurer Assistant (Pre‑Registration)

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Steady throughout the year including summer months. Little Wonders’ fiscal year runs from June through May.
• Skills: Financial experience recommended. Must have access to a PC.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Assist the Treasurer with duties as outlined in their job description.
  • Attend board meetings to represent the Treasurer when needed.

Invoice Coordinator (Pre‑Registration)

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Must be available to start June 1. Especially heavy in summer and fall, with steady work throughout the year.
• Skills: Must be well organized, detail-oriented, and proficient with Google Docs. Must have good communication skills. Must have regular access to a computer with internet.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Enter non-tuition related invoices in Jovial (e.g., Job Buyouts, School Wash, Keepsakes, CPR Classes).
  • Coordinate with the Treasurer to create Payment Plans as needed.
  • Monitor payment status and send reminders; cancel unneeded invoices.
  • Create and maintain an unpaid invoice list; provide to Treasurer monthly.

Payroll Coordinator (Pre‑Registration)

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Steady throughout the year.
• Skills: Experience running payroll. Knowledge of Gusto is a plus. Must be organized, detail-oriented, able to meet deadlines, and have good communication skills. Must have regular computer and internet access.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Run payroll in Gusto and keep records up to date.
  • Review hours and process payroll twice per month.
  • Ensure proper capture of hours for each pay period.
  • Distribute W2s and report correspondence with Gusto to Treasurer.
  • Prepare necessary payroll reports.

Treasurer's Mail Assistant

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Steady throughout the year.
• Skills: Ideal for families living near 25th Avenue in San Mateo.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Pick up mail weekly from the Little Wonders P.O. Box on 25th Avenue in San Mateo.
  • Deliver mail to Little Wonders and sort into appropriate mailboxes.
  • Recycle junk mail.

Development Team

Development Committee

• Positions: 5
• Timeline: Most work in the spring semester; occasional fall tasks as needed.
• Skills: Enjoy working on a committee, organized, self-starter, good interpersonal skills. Marketing/fundraising and Google Drive experience a plus.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Assist with the spring auction—Little Wonders’ largest fundraiser.
  • Collect items from parents and businesses and manage listings on 32auctions.com.
  • Support in-person auction kickoff event (April 18, 2026).
  • Help with Halloween bake sale and other fundraising tasks as needed.

Auction Donation Follow Up Manager (Spring Only)

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Heavy in April/May
• Skills: Strong attention to detail and organization
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Ensure all auction items are labeled and picked up by winners.
  • Send thank-you notes and tax acknowledgments to donors (template provided).

Thank You Note Assistant (Year Round)

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Steady year round
• Skills: Good communication skills
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Send thank-you notes and tax letters for donations received in the fall (template provided).
  • Most donations occur during the Halloween Party; others may occur periodically.

Halloween Bake Sale Coordinator (Fall Only)

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Heavy in October/November
• Skills: Strong communication and organization; able to work with teen volunteers.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate bake sale for Halloween Party (date TBD).
  • Source and wrap baked goods; print price sheet; coordinate with Events Team.
  • Create signage for donation drive and socials for event display.
  • Set up table and orient NCL teen volunteers to run the booth.

Restaurant Fundraiser Coordinator

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Steady throughout the school year
• Skills: Communication and organizational skills; enjoy engaging with local businesses.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Schedule fundraisers with local restaurants/businesses every 1–2 months.
  • Collect donations and send tax acknowledgment notes (template provided).

Keepsake Coordinator (Pre‑Registration)

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Heavy in October/November and March/April.
• Skills: Organized, detail-oriented, good communicator. Must be proficient in Google Forms, Sheets, and Docs.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate the twice-yearly keepsake fundraiser with Laurel Street Arts.
  • Create and track order form, invoice families, and organize decoration timeline.
  • Support decorating sessions and delivery coordination with the creative team.
  • Most work can be done from home with support from Development Co-Chairs.

Keepsake Creative Team

• Positions: 6
• Timeline: Heavy in October/November and March/April.
• Skills: Artistic, creative, with excellent handwriting.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Decorate keepsake items (e.g., ornaments, mugs, tiles) with seasonal artwork.
  • Join team decorating sessions and arrange childcare as needed.
  • Assist with pick-up/drop-off of items from Laurel Street Arts in San Carlos.

Publicity Team

Publicity Chair Assistant/Desktop Publisher (Pre‑Registration)

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Begins in early July; steady throughout the year. 1–2 in-person meetings may be required, but most work is done remotely.
• Skills: Proficient in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop or other photo editing tools. Detail-oriented and deadline-driven. Familiarity with Canva and graphic design experience are a plus. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills required.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Support the Publicity Chair with advertising and promotional tasks.
  • Create and manage desktop publishing and graphic design for advertising campaigns.
  • Develop ad plans, submit to publications, and gather needed visuals.
  • Ensure technical accuracy for all formats and platforms.
  • Create flyers, brochures, and additional promotional materials as needed.

Social Media Manager (Pre‑Registration)

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Begins in August; steady throughout the year.
• Skills: Social media experience (especially Facebook & Instagram), familiarity with Canva, basic computer and internet skills.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Manage Little Wonders’ presence on Facebook, Yelp, and NextDoor.
  • Coordinate and assign tasks to the Social Media Team.
  • Post weekly updates and content on Facebook; moderate and respond to comments.
  • Complete all work remotely.

Social Media Team

• Positions: 4–6
• Timeline: Begins in August; steady throughout the year.
• Skills: Creative communicator with multimedia storytelling interest. Experience creating content for digital channels; video skills are a plus. Strong interpersonal skills helpful.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Partner with the Social Media Manager and Publicity Chair to create bimonthly content.
  • Write, edit, and post stories aligned with Little Wonders’ brand and values.
  • Visit the classroom as needed to gather interviews, photos, or videos.

Events Team

Halloween Party Coordinator (Pre‑Registration)

• Positions: 2
• Timeline: Planning starts in August and ends early November. Must attend at least two committee meetings and the event itself.
• Event Date: TBD – Typically the Saturday morning before Halloween. Attendance required.
• Skills: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to co-lead a committee of 7–9 volunteers.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Co-lead Halloween Committee with a partner and Events Chair.
  • Create work schedule and conduct two planning meetings with committee.
  • Access and return Halloween decorations from the storage unit.
  • Attend and manage event setup (Friday night), day-of execution, and cleanup.
  • Update Halloween Party documentation post-event.

School Picnic Coordinator

• Positions: 2
• Timeline: February through April, with peak in late March.
• Event Date: TBD – Typically a Sunday in April. Attendance required.
• Skills: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to lead a parent committee.
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Organize and lead planning for the School Picnic with support from a committee.
  • Secure park reservation and reimbursement (usually Jan 2).
  • Conduct a planning meeting, coordinate activities, games, entertainment.
  • Remain within budget and attend full event including setup and cleanup.
  • Update picnic documentation post-event with notes, photos, and budget.

Halloween Party Committee

• Positions: 7–9
• Timeline: Planning begins in August through event in late October. Setup and cleanup required. Completed by early November.
• Event Date: TBD – Typically the Saturday morning before Halloween. Attendance required.
• Skills: Creative and team-oriented. A love of Halloween is a plus!
• Monetary Commitment: None.
• Responsibilities:
  • Assist with Halloween Party coordination under Chair leadership.
  • Attend two committee meetings and prepare for party duties.
  • Contribute to setup, decorations, shopping, booth staffing, and cleanup.
  • May require lifting up to 35 lbs; childcare may be necessary during work times.

Halloween Food & Beverage Committee (Partial Buyout)

• Positions: 2
• Timeline: Attend one meeting in early fall + work during event day.
• Event Date: TBD – Typically the Saturday morning before Halloween. Attendance required.
• Skills: Must have a Costco card. Organized and willing to coordinate with Events Chair.
• Monetary Commitment: $275 (buyout + five hours of work)
• Responsibilities:
  • Bring designated food/beverages and receipts for reimbursement.
  • Work a shift to restock and maintain food tables during event.
  • Assist with setup or cleanup as needed. Childcare may be necessary.

School Picnic Committee (Spring Semester Job)

• Positions: 5–7
• Timeline: February through April, with most work in late March.
• Event Date: TBD – Typically a Sunday in April. Attendance required.
• Skills: Committee-oriented; must have email access for coordination.
• Monetary Commitment: $275 for full-year families or $100 for spring-only families, plus five hours of work.
• Responsibilities:
  • Assist Picnic Coordinator with event activities and planning.
  • Participate in one committee meeting; complete assigned task for event.
  • Help with decorations, games, publicity, and event logistics.
  • Attend and support event setup and cleanup. Childcare may be needed.

Liaison & Outreach Team

Class Liaison / Photographer (Pre‑Registration)

• Positions: One per in-person class offered
• Timeline: Year-round with class orientation support in late August
• Skills: Good communicator, community-focused, has a camera (smartphone okay)
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Build class community and coordinate teacher appreciation activities
  • Capture candid class photos for placemats early in the year
  • Organize playdates, parent nights, and social gatherings
  • Support new families and assist teachers in class
  • Coordinate a class donation for the spring auction

Class Placemat Editors

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: November–December, complete by holiday break
• Skills: Experience with desktop publishing and Photoshop (not Elements). Familiarity with resolution, layers, resizing, etc.
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Design and layout class placemats using photos from Class Liaisons
  • Ensure accuracy of names and class representation with teacher/Liaison help
  • Work from home using email

Outreach Coordinator

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Year-round; busiest in Nov/Dec and Mar/Apr
• Skills: Good communicator with an interest in community outreach
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate annual drives (diapers, gifts, books)
  • Track efforts, send reminders, manage publicity and communication
  • Collect and deliver items to partner orgs like LifeMoves and Family Connections

Outreach Assistant

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Year-round; busiest in Nov/Dec and Mar/Apr
• Skills: Interest in supporting nonprofits helping children and families
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Assist Outreach Coordinator with donation drives and delivery tasks
  • Pick up items from school and deliver to partner organizations

Konstella Coordinator (Pre‑Registration)

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Weekly updates year-round; heavy in late summer/fall
• Skills: Tech-savvy, familiar with cloud apps, and has computer/internet access
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Maintain Konstella platform for classroom and school communication
  • Archive old classes and create new ones for each school year
  • Support families and board members with Konstella use
  • Work with Liaison Chair; all work can be done remotely

CPR/First Aid Class Coordinator

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Two classes per year (fall and spring); workload heaviest around each
• Skills: Strong communication and coordination; email and computer access
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate dates with In Home CPR and the Director
  • Manage registration via Google Forms and send registrant info to provider
  • Notify Liaison Chair of attendees for invoicing and track payment with Treasurer
  • Encouraged (not required) to attend classes; all work done remotely

Facilities Team

Facilities Chair Assistant (Pre‑Registration)

• Positions: 1
• Timeline: Year-round; starts in summer if possible. Required at one facilities team meeting in late summer/fall and first School Wash. May need to cover 3–4 School Washes/year.
• Skills: Organized, able to manage people and track project status. Handy with tools/painting helpful. Attention to detail.
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Assist Facilities Chair with school maintenance and fix-it projects
  • Track repairs, attend School Washes, and help with facility readiness pre-school year
  • Support tasks like gardening, apron/costume upkeep, and classroom supply tracking
  • Make small purchases with prior approval; tasks vary between on-site and at-home

Facilities Team Members (Pre‑Registration)

• Positions: 4–5
• Timeline: Year-round; starts in summer if possible. Required at initial team meeting and first School Wash in September. Weekend support for 3–4 School Washes/year.
• Skills: Team management for School Washes, handy with tools/painting. Spouses allowed but must attend kickoff meeting and first School Wash.
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming school environment
  • Support School Washes including setup, supervision, and cleanup
  • Assist with school readiness, bulletin boards, gardening, and supply upkeep
  • May make occasional school-related purchases with approval

Mini Jobs for Baby Play Families

Mini Job: Enrollment Outreach Team

• Positions: TBD
• Timeline: Heaviest during enrollment peaks - late summer/early fall, winter/early spring; approx. 4–6 hour time commitment
• Skills: Outgoing and comfortable sharing experiences at Little Wonders
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Distribute flyers at community locations or events
  • Staff booths, make announcements, or connect with the community

Mini Job: Keepsake Creative Team

• Positions: TBD
• Timeline: Heavy in Oct/Nov or March/April; approx. 4–6 hour time commitment
• Skills: Artistic and creative; excellent handwriting
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Decorate items such as ornaments, mugs, plates, etc.
  • May include in-class or after-class work sessions
  • Support drop-off/pick-up from Laurel Street Arts

Mini Job: Baby Class Liaison

• Positions: 1 per Baby Play class
• Timeline: Steady throughout semester; approx. 4–5 hour time commitment
• Skills: Good communication skills; interest in building class community
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Organize bonding opportunities and one playdate
  • Lead teacher appreciation activity at end of semester

Mini Job: Social Media Team

• Positions: TBD
• Timeline: Begins in August; approx. 4–6 hour time commitment
• Skills: Creative communicator with multimedia and writing experience
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Create/edit content with the Social Media Manager
  • Ensure content aligns with school’s mission/voice
  • Optional class visits for photo/video content

Mini Job: Baby Class Photographer

• Positions: 1 per Baby Play class
• Timeline: Steady throughout semester; approx. 4–6 hour time commitment
• Skills: Interest in photography and capturing candid photos
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Take/edit monthly class photos
  • Share highlights with social/publicity team

Mini Job: Facilities Team Member

• Positions: TBD
• Timeline: 4–6 hours/semester, coordinated with Facilities Chair
• Skills: Handy with tools and painting helpful
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Assist with school maintenance tasks and projects
  • Participate in 1–2 scheduled work sessions

Mini Job: On-Call Task Helper

• Positions: TBD
• Timeline: 4–6 hours/semester, coordinated with teacher
• Skills: Varies
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Support teachers with ad hoc tasks (laundry, crowns, etc.)

Mini Job: Halloween Party Photographer

• Positions: 2–3
• Timeline: Typically Saturday before Halloween; required attendance
• Skills: Interest in photography; ability to upload to shared album
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Take photos (candids and staged) at Halloween Party
  • Upload photos post-event

Mini Job: School Picnic Photographer

• Positions: 2–3
• Timeline: Typically Sunday in April; required attendance
• Skills: Interest in photography; ability to upload to shared album
• Monetary Commitment: None
• Responsibilities:
  • Take photos (candids and staged) at School Picnic
  • Upload photos post-event

Job Buyout

Full Job Buyout

• Positions: 6
• Monetary Commitment: $550, due by August 31, or within 30 days of class start if joining mid-year
• Responsibilities:
  • A $550 payment fulfills your 20-hour job requirement for the year
  • Does not exempt participation in School Wash
  • Buyout is not guaranteed — confirmation will be emailed by the Jobs Chair post-registration