WakeEd Partnership is seeking an organized, dependable, and community-minded volunteer to serve as a Tools4Schools Volunteer Operations Lead. Tools4Schools is WakeEd Partnership’s free teacher resource program serving Wake County Public School educators with classroom supplies, basic student needs items, and other essential resources that help teachers and students succeed. Since opening in 2022, Tools4Schools has served thousands of educators and distributed more than $2 million in new school supplies.
Position Overview
This leadership volunteer role is ideal for someone who wants to stay active and engaged in meaningful work while making a direct impact on public education in our community. The Volunteer Operations Lead will serve as a trusted extension of WakeEd staff, helping support day-to-day Tools4Schools operations, guide fellow volunteers, and ensure educators have a welcoming and efficient shopping experience.
This opportunity may be especially appealing to retired educators, nonprofit professionals, community leaders, or others seeking a meaningful volunteer leadership role with consistent engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Volunteer & Store Operations
- Support Serve as a lead volunteer during assigned Tools4Schools shopping shifts
- Help welcome, orient, and support volunteers serving in various Tools4Schools roles
- Assist with volunteer training and onboarding
- Support daily storefront operations to ensure an organized, positive, and efficient experience for educators
Inventory & Program Support
- Assist with sorting, organizing, stocking, and inventory management of incoming donations
- Help maintain an orderly, well-stocked shopping environment
- Support preparation for shopping days and occasional special supply drives or donation intake efforts
Leadership & Community Engagement
- Serve as a trusted ambassador for WakeEd and Tools4Schools
- Help foster a welcoming, collaborative volunteer culture
- Work alongside WakeEd staff to help expand the program’s capacity and impact
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is someone who is dependable, people-oriented, and energized by meaningful community service. We’re looking for someone who:
- Is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple tasks
- Brings warmth, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit
- Is comfortable helping guide and support other volunteers
- Works independently and follows through on commitments
- Enjoys interacting with educators, volunteers, and community members
- Has an interest in public education, nonprofit service, or community impact
- Retail, volunteer management, logistics, education, or nonprofit experience is a plus—but not required
Why This Role Matters
By helping lead Tools4Schools operations, you’ll directly support Wake County teachers and students by helping ensure educators have access to the supplies and resources they need for their classrooms. This is an opportunity to:
- Make a meaningful difference in public education
- Take on a trusted volunteer leadership role
- Join a mission-driven team committed to strong public schools
- Build relationships with fellow volunteers, educators, and community supporters
- Stay active, engaged, and connected through purposeful service
Time Commitment
This leadership volunteer role requires a regular commitment during the Tools4Schools operating season (generally August through April), including:
- Availability for one weekday shopping shift per week (typically 3:00–7:00 p.m.)
- Availability for one Saturday shopping shift per month (typically 12:00–4:00 p.m.)
- Occasional flexibility for volunteer training, donation intake, or special events as needed
How to Express Interest
Interested individuals should submit a brief note of interest and resume (if available) to jobs@wakeed.org.
