Morris Plains, New Jersey
Morris Plains, New Jersey
New Canaan, Connecticut
Posted: 28-Feb-25
Location: Toronto, Canada
Type: Part Time
Salary: Volunteer
Categories:
Committee Member of the Board
THE YORK SCHOOL is a gender-inclusive independent school in midtown Toronto renowned for its exceptional International Baccalaureate (IB) program and commitment to experiential learning. As a not-for-profit corporation with approximately 170 faculty and staff, our culture prioritizes relationships and fosters wellbeing, belonging, and lifelong learning. We are seeking new Committee Members of the Board.
THE MANDATE of The York School Board of Directors and Committees of the Board is to ensure the school’s long-term strength and permanence and its ability to fulfill the mission “to nurture curious learners to become globally minded leaders with integrity and purpose.” The York School Board of Directors and members of the Board committees are hard-working, dedicated volunteers supporting the current and future best interests of the school. Board Directors and committee members work together to formulate policy, oversee the school’s financial affairs, and select, retain, and counsel the Head of School.
Committee members serve 1-year renewable terms with an opportunity for nomination to the Board after their first year on a Committee. Please visit our governance page for more information on our Board of Directors and Committees of the Board.
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES will be dynamic and dedicated volunteers who will support the current and future best interests of the school. The York School Board is seeking nominations/applications from alumni, alumni parents, current parents, and individuals from outside the school community. At this time, The York School Board particularly welcomes applications from candidates with expertise in the areas of Advancement/Fundraising, Finance, and Education.
The York School embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible school. We recognize that promoting diversity and inclusivity is an active, iterative, and ongoing process and we welcome and encourage nominations of committee candidates that reflect the diversity of The York School and our community.
All recommendations and expressions of interest will be gratefully received, reviewed and considered by the Board. We are dedicated to providing barrier-free and accessible recruitment and employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the nomination process, please make it known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. If you would like to nominate a candidate (including yourself) for a Committee position, please complete the Nomination Form for Committee's of the Board no later than March 28, 2025.