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Commencement Coordinator
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Marple Newtown Senior High School
Newtown Square, PA (In Person)
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Commencement Coordinator
Marple Newtown
Marple Newtown Senior High School
- Newtown Square, Pennsylvania Job Details
Job ID:
5804365Application Deadline:
Jul 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)Re-Posted:
YesterdayStarting Date:
To Be Determined Job DescriptionDate of Posting:
July 1, 2026 Commencement CoordinatorTitle:
Commencement Coordinator Units:
4 per positionLocation:
Marple Newtown High SchoolNumber of Positions:
2Job Description:
The High School Commencement Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing all aspects of the high school graduation ceremony and awards night. This individual ensures a meaningful, well-coordinated, and dignified event that celebrates student achievement while maintaining alignment with district policies and expectations.Effective:
2026-2027 School YearQualifications:
Experience:
Experience working with school age students and coordinating and managing events.Skills:
Strong managerial, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work with students of all ability levels.Education:
Valid PA teaching certificate.Essential Functions:
Develop and maintain a comprehensive timeline for all commencement-related activities. Coordinate all logistical aspects of the graduation and awards ceremony including venue, seating, staging, and accessibility. Serve as the primary liaison between administration, faculty, students, families, and external vendors. Organize and oversee graduation rehearsals. Communicate expectations, procedures, and roles to graduating seniors and participating staff. Coordinate student speakers, performers, and award recognitions. Arrange for caps, gowns, and other graduation materials in collaboration with vendors. Coordinate sound, lighting, and audiovisual needs for the ceremony. Ensure compliance with safety protocols and contingency planning (e.g., weather plans if applicable). Oversee ticketing procedures, if necessary. Provide timely and clear communication to students, families, and staff regarding commencement details. Collaborate with school and district offices to disseminate information via newsletters, website, and other platforms. Work closely with the building administration, counseling office, main office staff, facilities/maintenance, and security personnel. Coordinate with local officials, venue staff, and community partners as needed. Oversee all aspects of the ceremony to ensure it runs smoothly and on schedule. Troubleshoot issues in real time and adjust plans as needed. Conduct a post-event review to identify successes and areas for improvement. Maintain records and notes for future planning. Has read and understands obligations as outlined in MNSD School Board Policies. Other duties as assigned by Administration. Frequency of meetings: September- June Approximate number of students enrolled: Approximately 300+ students
Clearances:
In accordance with the school code, Act 24 and All related clearances. MNSD Supplementary Contract Unit Values 2026-2027 1-2 years experience- $438.00 3, 4, 5 years experience
- $475.00 6 years & over experience
- $510.
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should submit an on-line application. The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the MNSD Director of Human Resources of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required. If you are offered a position with Marple Newtown School District, please be advised that the following information will be required before you are able to begin working: State Police Clearance (Act 34) Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151) FBI Fingerprints (Act 114) School Health Record- includes physical & tb test from within a year Act 24 (PDE Form 6004)
- Arrest/Conviction Report PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release The Marple Newtown School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, ancestry, disability, or other legally protected classification.