School
The Main Street Academy
Description
A volunteer Board of Director (i.e. Board Member/Director) of The Main Street Academy Board is responsible for ensuring the school鈥檚 long-term stability and integrity of the charter school. The board works with the Executive Director to set the strategic plan and ensures the school fulfills its mission. Directors recognize that in order to fulfill these obligations, they pledge to personally contribute needed resources and talents to maintain the school鈥檚 success. Board member selection and preference will be given to non TMSA parents/family members.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure that the charter contract is fulfilled.
- Support the Executive Director and Administration in carrying out the vision and mission of the school.
- Abide by and uphold all governing documents (federal and state law/regulations, charter, Bylaws, governing board policies, school policies, etc.).
- Read and understand the financial statements and otherwise assist the board in fulfilling its fiduciary responsibility.
- Financially support the school with funds, resources, and partnerships
- Raise funds on behalf of the school聽
- Attend board meetings and actively participate in decision-making.
- Share expertise with the board and staff.
- Be an advocate for the school; promote it in ways appropriate to your profession and contacts.
- Make a personal monetary contribution as outlined in the TMSA Bylaws and Policies.
- Obtain various means of support for the organization鈥檚 fundraisers, or otherwise assist in providing resources to further the school鈥檚 mission.
- Fulfill all fiduciary duties.
- Participate in short and longer-range strategic plan activities.
- Ensure the school meets all legal and corporate requirements.
- Serve on or lead at least one committee each year.
- Work to develop new leadership and recommend potential board members to the nominating committee.
- Avoid any conflict of interest or even the appearance of conflict of interest.
- Participate in school-wide events.
- Failure to fulfill responsibilities above may result in removal from the board.
Desired Skills and Knowledge
Sincere love of children and commitment to quality of education; Knowledge of history, mission and goals of the school; Working knowledge of bylaws and policies; Ability to handle school business with tact, professionalism, enthusiasm, and commitment. Ability to communicate effectively; Ability to take responsibility and follow through on assignments and responsibilities; Ability to work well with people individually and in a group; Specific skills or experience specific lending to the capacity of the board to govern effectively.
Term of Service
3-year term as outlined in the TMSA Governing Board Bylaws.
Compensation
Board members will not receive any compensation for their services as Board members.
Time Commitment
Members of the Board should attend each board meeting, serve, or assist on committees and be available to members, other leaders and staff estimated to approximately 5 hours per month. Board members should make every effort to attend all scheduled meetings in one calendar year of the Board of Directors (except for emergencies beyond the control of the board member). Newly seated board members must complete 15 hours of training. Board members who may have an unanticipated conflict with work or family obligations that render them incapable of committing the time needed to effectively govern are encouraged to resign and serve in a role, such as on a committee, that may be more appropriate to their circumstances. Serving in governance capacity is an importance commitment, as it impacts the education of hundreds of students and the educators who depend on the school for their livelihood.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit to view benefits, employment opportunities and submit an application.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of TMSA, Inc. to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage and citizen status, age, marital status, disability, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as provided by law), sexual orientation, gender (sex), and to maintain an environment free of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment, or retaliation as required by civil rights law.
