Would you like to be our room parent?? :)

Please see room parent job description below.. If you are interested in this role, please let me know!

Thompson School

Room Parent Job Description

Becoming a room parent is a great way to be involved with your child’s school year in a meaningful way!  The Room Parent(s) contribute greatly to having a successful and fun year in each classroom. 

What is a Room Parent?

Each classroom at the Thompson School has one or preferably two Room Parents. The Room Parent(s) in each classroom serve as a liaison between the teacher and the other parents in the classroom. This is an important role in the classroom and does involve a time commitment. The role differs slightly depending on the teacher and the needs of each classroom. 

What are the responsibilities/expectations of a Room Parent?

• Communicate regularly with the teacher about classroom supply needs (tissues, disinfecting wipes, etc.).
• Help coordinate special snacks or food needs for events (keeping in mind the school food policy).
• Help recruit parent chaperones for upcoming field trips.
• Help Coordinate volunteers from your classroom for your PTO sponsored grade level event and other PTO initiatives (community card sales, special events, etc.).
• Help the teacher plan special celebrations or parent events throughout the year (these differ for each grade).
• Coordinate classroom-wide gifts throughout the year (holidays, teacher appreciation week, end of year), in keeping with established gift giving guidelines.
• Set up email communication with all classroom parents (with permission) to send out reminders, volunteer requests, etc.
• Attend a twice yearly Thompson-wide Room Parent meeting (fall and spring).
• Communicate with the PTO Room Parent Coordinator.
• Attend monthly PTO meetings when possible.

How do I become a Room Parent?

If you are interested in becoming a room parent, let your child’s teacher or a member of the PTO know. This year the PTO Room Parent Coordinator is Lea Walsh. She can be contacted via email at lea.walsh@gmail.com. Room parents are usually recruited at the first Curriculum Night in the early fall.