Are you looking for a unique and creative leadership opportunity? Are you interested in excellent, innovative, and accessible early childhood education? Have you been yearning to put your talents into strategic thinking and planning for a worthy cause? Well, look no further! Montessori Community School of Rhode Island is at a critical turning point that will determine our school's trajectory for years to come. We're looking for passionate leaders to join our working board of directors and help shape the future of accessible Montessori education in Rhode Island.
MCS RI is a community school providing access to children 18 months to 5 years old. MCS RI is the ONLY Montessori school in Rhode Island committed to accessibility regardless of family finances. Our current board members are volunteers who joined because they are passionate about our mission and believe that every child deserves a quality preschool education.
We are especially seeking candidates with expertise in:
- Legal (particularly contract law or real estate law)
- Finance and accounting
- Development and fundraising
We also welcome applications from educators, human resources professionals, curriculum experts, healthcare professionals dedicated to early childhood development, community leaders, local South Side residents, and scholars/academics with expertise in Montessori education. What Board Service Entails: This is a volunteer-based, non-paid, working board. If you hold yourself to high expectations, you'll find this service very rewarding.
We are looking for committed individuals who will (preference for local candidates in RI):
- Attend a minimum of 12 board meetings annually
- Actively contribute work product in your area of expertise to support the school's operations and growth
- Bring strategic thinking and hands-on engagement to support our mission
- Make a personal, charitable contribution to MCS RI to the best of their ability
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact at this pivotal moment for our school, we'd love to talk to you! Please send an e-mail of interest and resume to board@mcsri.org.
