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Job description
Ready to make a lasting impact? Join our Advisory Committee! Your insights and expertise can help shape the future of education-get involved!
Educate. Radiate. Elevate. is looking for Advisory Committee members!
You could help offer invaluable support to ideate and implement ways to ensure that E.R.E. programs and services effectively support student development. Strong education is truly life-changing - not just for the child receiving the learning support, but also for the student’s family, community, and society as a whole.
About Us:
E.R.E. is a nonprofit operating in IL and TX, formed during the pandemic to address the growing achievement gap due to school closures. Our purpose is to strengthen the educational achievement of underserved students by providing them with high-quality instruction from experienced tutors who will assist them with academics, enrichment, and test prep as well as essential learning and life skills. Our mission is to minimize the disproportionate learning losses for low-income students to provide economic, social, and emotional stability for the youth served, their families, and their communities.
Requirements:
You will be a welcome addition to the team if you are:
A resident of or connected with Illinois and/or Texas
Passionate about education, equity, and serving the community
Have experience working with socio-economically disadvantaged communities
An outgoing self-starter who can work collaboratively in a remote environment
Willing to contribute in creative ways utilizing your expertise, skills, and network
Duties:
(Approximately 5-10 hours per month)
Provide insight into the unique needs of low-income students of color and their families, and make specific recommendations for program improvements
Act as a connection between E.R.E. and the community it serves
Utilize your professional skills and expertise to assist with goal-oriented tasks
Leverage your network to establish relationships with schools, nonprofits, community/service providers, and other partners
Assist with fundraising and recruitment efforts
Commitments:
Participate in regular online committee meetings at least every other month
Regularly complete specific KPIs related to organizational objectives
Be involved for at least one year
Perks:
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in underserved communities
Expand your professional network and build relationships with like-minded individuals
Benefits:
Gain valuable experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, and strategic partnerships
Flexibility to contribute remotely in a collaborative and supportive environment
If you are passionate about education and equity, and are ready to leverage your skills and network to drive meaningful change, we invite you to join our Advisory Committee. Help us transform lives through education!
Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
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