Board Member

Board Member & Committee Chair Organization: Music Teacher Guild (MTG) Position Type: Volunteer, Board of Directors Location: Remote / National Reports To: Board of Directors Send all inquiries to [email protected] About Music Teacher Guild Music Teacher Guild (MTG) is a national organization dedicated to supporting music educators and prospective music educators through professional development, community, mentorship, resources, advocacy, and meaningful professional connections. As MTG continues to grow, we are expanding our Board of Directors and seeking passionate professionals who want to contribute their expertise to the continued development of the organization. Position Overview Music Teacher Guild is seeking Board Members to serve as Committee Chairs. Committee Chairs are voting members of the Board of Directors and provide both organizational leadership and oversight of their respective areas. Committee Chairs work collaboratively with other Board members, committee volunteers, and the Executive Director to advance MTG's strategic priorities and develop programs, resources, partnerships, and opportunities that serve music educators. This is an opportunity for professionals who want to use their experience and expertise to contribute to the growth of a national organization while helping strengthen the profession of music education. Committee Chair Opportunities We are particularly interested in candidates with professional experience, expertise, or meaningful connections in one or more of the following areas: Membership & Community Membership development and retention Community engagement Professional networking Volunteer engagement Outreach & Communications Marketing and communications Public relations Social media Content development Brand strategy Mentorship Mentoring and coaching Teacher support and professional development Career development Educator networks Strategic Planning Organizational strategy Nonprofit leadership Program development Organizational growth and evaluation

Key Responsibilities

Committee Chairs are expected to: Participate actively in Board meetings and organizational decision-making. Provide leadership and direction for their assigned committee. Recruit, coordinate, and support committee volunteers and subject-matter contributors. Develop goals and initiatives for their committee in alignment with MTG's strategic priorities. Work collaboratively with the Executive Director to implement Board-approved initiatives. Bring committee recommendations, needs, and progress to the Board. Contribute professional expertise and perspective to broader Board discussions. Support MTG's membership, programs, partnerships, fundraising, and organizational growth as appropriate. Represent MTG professionally and support the organization's mission and values. Maintain appropriate communication and follow-through between Board meetings.

What We're Looking For

Ideal candidates will bring some combination of: Professional experience relevant to their chosen committee area. A genuine commitment to music education and the educators who serve students. Strong communication and collaboration skills. The ability to take initiative and follow through on commitments. Strategic thinking and a willingness to contribute beyond a single area of expertise. An understanding of or interest in nonprofit organizations, professional associations, or volunteer leadership. A willingness to contribute time, ideas, professional knowledge, and connections to support MTG's development. You do not need to be a music teacher to serve on the Board. We welcome professionals from education, nonprofit leadership, communications, fundraising, technology, business, advocacy, and other fields whose expertise can strengthen MTG's work. Time Commitment This is a volunteer leadership position. Board members are expected to attend regularly scheduled Board meetings and actively participate in their committee's work. Committee Chairs should also be prepared to dedicate additional time to planning, communication, committee coordination, and initiatives within their area of responsibility. The exact time commitment will vary depending on the committee and current organizational priorities. Board Service Committee Chairs serve as voting members of the Music Teacher Guild Board of Directors and are expected to fulfill the responsibilities of Board service in addition to their committee leadership responsibilities. Board members are expected to: Act in the best interests of Music Teacher Guild. Exercise appropriate fiduciary and ethical responsibilities. Participate in organizational governance and strategic decision-making. Maintain confidentiality when appropriate. Support MTG's mission, policies, and Board-approved priorities. Avoid conflicts of interest and disclose potential conflicts when they arise. Why Serve with Music Teacher Guild? Serving on the MTG Board is an opportunity to: Help shape the future of a growing national organization. Support music educators and strengthen the music education profession. Put your professional expertise to work for a meaningful mission. Build relationships with music educators and professionals across the country. Develop nonprofit leadership and Board experience. Help create programs, partnerships, and resources that directly benefit educators. Music Teacher Guild is committed to building a Board that reflects diverse professional experiences, perspectives, communities, and backgrounds. We encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds to apply. How to Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to send a resume and a brief statement of interest describing: Your professional background and relevant experience. Which committee(s) interest you. Why you would like to serve on the Music Teacher Guild Board. What expertise, perspective, or connections you could bring to MTG. Send all inquiries to [email protected]