Apply to serve on the Leaders Readers Network’s Board of Directors.
Now accepting Board of Director Applications for the following roles:
Board of Director, Humans Resources Chair
Board of Director, Finance Chair
Board of Director, Programs Chair
Board of Director, Fundraising Chair
Board of Director, Media/Marketing Chair
Board of Director, At Large
Advocating for educators and classrooms in underserved schools is the heart of our mission. The Board of Director role is vital in furthering book access and increasing teacher support in the communities we service across the state of Texas, select cities in the United States (Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Eastern Plains Colorado) and Dominica where our mission began.
The Board of Directors work strategically and constructively together– in partnership with the Executive Director to craft the organization’s strategic plan and long-term direction. Through a shared understanding of the organization’s purpose and goals the board works together to serve the growing needs and impact of TLRN’s educators, classrooms, youth leaders and partners.
Board of Director’s duties include but are not limited to:
Legal Liability: Ensure compliance with laws, protect assets, and manage risks.
Fiscal Responsibility: Oversee financial health, approve annual budget, and provide fiscal oversight.
Governance Responsibility: Uphold the mission, establish policies, and monitor board performance.
Oversight of Executive Director: Hire, support, evaluate, and guide the Executive Director.
Strategic Planning: Develop, review, and monitor progress towards long-term goals.
Must Attend Board Meetings (75%): Attend at least 75% of meetings and actively participate.
Annual Contribution: Make a significant financial contribution and encourage others to do the same.
Committee Leadership/Participation Required: Lead or actively participate in at least one committee.
Individual Responsibilities:
Understand and promote the organization’s mission
Be familiar with the organization’s programs, policies, and operations
Attend quarterly board meetings
Actively serve on one committee
Participate in fundraising activities and special events
Recruit board members when required
Identify and cultivate potential donors/funders
Board of Directors must be willing and able to serve a two-year term once elected, and to commit to approximately 5-10 hours per month, including preparation for and active attendance at meetings.
If you are interested in becoming a part of the Leaders Readers Network’s Board of Directors, we are now accepting applications to go forth to TLRN’s nomination process. We onboard our board members depending on availability at the following times: July and December every year. After submitting an application for the Board of Director role, TLRN Executive Director will email to set up select candidates for interviews.
