Project Coordinator Position Available In Sarasota, Florida

Project Coordinator 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars 4335 Wilkinson Road, Sarasota, FL 34233

Job Title:

Project Coordinator Location:

Community Day School Reports To:

Development Director Position Overview We seek a people-oriented Project Coordinator to support our mission in a casual, fun environment with friendly staff and exceptional volunteers. This role combines strategic planning, event management, and community engagement to strengthen school-family-community connections. Key Responsibilities Community & Family Engagement Build relationships with families, volunteers, teachers, and community members Serve as a welcoming point of contact for families and visitors Maintain family engagement database to track support needs Ensure meaningful family participation in school activities Volunteer Management Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers for events/classrooms/fundraising Collaborate with staff to integrate volunteer opportunities effectively Maintain a database to track family engagement and ensure all families feel known and supported.

Event Coordination Plan and execute:

School theme days Staff/Teacher appreciation events Holiday activities Donor engagement events Manage logistics: Food ordering/pickup Decorations Setup/cleanup Oversees special projects and independently executes special strategic projects, research, and assignments. Strategic Operations Provide full support to the Development Director to plan and manage the timeline and schedule for events and other projects. Assist with all fundraising events Serve as liaison between teachers, families, and community partners Manage smaller projects and donor communications

Qualifications Experience:

2+ years in project coordination, event management, or community engagement

Soft Skills:

Exceptional written/oral communication Strong public speaking abilities Detail-oriented organizational skills

Personal Traits:

Creative problem-solver with a relationship-building passion Collaborative team player in mission-driven environments Positive attitude with humor and joy in daily interactions High energy and flexibility to manage diverse responsibilities and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated experience in anticipating the needs of staff and ensuring priorities and logistics are met. This full-time role operates on a 10-month cycle corresponding to our academic calendar, offering natural breaks during school holidays. Must be flexible with work schedule. Occasional weekends, after-hours events, and holidays are required. Apply Today Community Day School is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$33,000.00 – $35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Sarasota, FL 34233 (Required)

Work Location:

In person