School Board Member

Livonia, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

American Montessori Academy is looking for a Volunteer School Board Member.

Do you have one hour per month to give back This is an unpaid volunteer position described below.

At American Montessori Academy we invite students to EXPLORE a Montessori environment through individualized hands-on learning experiences. We ENGAGE students through a rigorous 21st-century curriculum that encompasses goal setting choice reflection and self- assessment. We EMPOWER students to collaborate within the AMA community by communicating effectively and solving problems peacefully.

Being an active Academy Board member volunteer requires dedication hard work and a willingness to put the needs of students first. If you are interested in serving your community in this important role consider reaching out to our Board of Education Liaison Ann Morgan at This position is an unpaid volunteer position.

The Academy Board is responsible for:

Providing leadership in line with the Academys mission

Governing in line with the Charter Contract bylaws and articles of incorporation

Overseeing Academy finances

Adopting policies

Engaging in strategic planning

Advocating for the Academy

Adhering to the Open Meetings Act

Conducting a self- assessment

Individual Board members are expected to:

Serve a one to four year term

Know the Academys mission vision and policies

Attend and participate in monthly board meetings

Prepare by reviewing monthly board packets including financial documents

Be an ambassador for the Academy and attend Academy events

Attend board development trainings

Participate in one or more committees

The process and requirements necessary to become a Board member vary depending on the Academys authorizing body but may require:

Completing an application and a conflict of interest disclosure

Completing a background check

Attending interviews with current board members

Taking an oath of office

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American Montessori Academy is looking for a Volunteer School Board Member.Do you have one hour per month to give back This is an unpaid volunteer position described below.At American Montessori Academy we invite students to EXPLORE a Montessori environment through individualized hands-on learning e...