Board Member

The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is the oldest largest child advocacy organization in the nation.

Our mission is to make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.

The Minnesota PTA Board supports local level PTA units (over 200 in the state!). They provide non-profit guidance, leadership training, and professional development for volunteer unit officers.

What you’ll do

At-Large board members chose one area of focus - Advocacy, Membership, or Family Engagement. Board members join together on issue areas and work with a part time staff to provide support for PTA units across the state. Board members meet monthly virtually and twice per year in person and typically serve a three year term.

What You'll Do

• Attend and actively participate in board and committee meetings
• Serve on at least one standing committee
• Stay informed about PTA’s mission, services, and strategic direction
• Fulfill fiduciary duties, including reviewing financial statements, budgets, and audits
• Champion PTA publicly — raising awareness and inviting others into the work
• Review and approve the annual budget and strategic organizational goals
• Participate in Annual Convention and other events

Ideal Candidates Will: Believe in the strength and importance of public education

• Have interest in Advocacy, Family Engagement, or Membership development
• Maintain membership in a local unit or state PTA
• Have experience in nonprofit governance/advocacy, financial or tax experience, or legal knowledge
• Bring diverse perspectives and a collaborative spirit
• Be able to commit to attending meetings and supporting the organization between meetings

Visit www.mnpta.org or email: RachelC@mnpta.org