Tutoring Chicago is looking for leaders to fill positions on its Board of Directors, the elected group of volunteers who support the work of Tutoring Chicago and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. Board members are elected for two-year terms.

-Leadership development of staff

-Enhanced employee retention

-Advanced workplace diversity/inclusion

-Improved skills and performance of staff

-Recognition for social impact

-Leadership development

-Expanded reach and influence

-Increased networking opportunities

-Meaningful service to the community

-Recognition of service and leadership

All board members are expected to be enthusiastic about the mission, and meet the established giving expectations of $5,000 “give or get” annually (August 1st through July 31st). Based on Tutoring Chicago’s financial model, board members are encouraged, when possible, to contribute prior to October 1st, along with significant contribution toward:

-Advocacy

-In-kind giving

-Volunteer recruitment

-Event support and attendance

Board members are eager to participate and prepare in advance for meetings, supportive but willing to respectfully express their own opinions, and anxious to serve on committees and contribute their talents. They are continuous learners, periodically observing tutoring sessions via site visits and continually seeking to understand the organization in-depth. Tutoring Chicago should be a top cocktail party conversation topic (work, kids, family, Tutoring Chicago). Additionally, board members are expected to be able and willing to open doors to new funding, sponsorship and tutor sources.

Once you complete this application, Tutoring Chicago will schedule an initial meeting with you to discuss your board of directors candidacy. If you are invited to join the board of directors, you will must complete a required background check via Sterling Volunteers. This will be sent directly to the email address you provide in this form.