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Flexible Schedule
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Austin, TX 78716
Job Description: Responsibilities of the Board The mission of Learning Bridge is to match volunteer tutors with children in foster care. As the highest leadership body of the organization and to satisfy its fiduciary duties, the board is responsible for: determining the mission and purposes of the organization selecting and evaluating the performance of the chief executive strategic and organizational planning ensuring strong fiduciary oversight and financial management fundraising and resource development approving and monitoring the organization’s programs and services enhancing the organization’s public image assessing its own performance as the governing body of the organization Responsibilities of Individual Board Members Each individual board member is expected to know the organization’s mission, policies, programs, and needs faithfully read and understand the organization’s financial statements serve as active advocates and ambassadors for the organization and fully engage in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for the organization to advance its mission leverage connections, networks, and resources to develop collective action to fully achieve the organization’s mission give a meaningful personal financial donation help identify personal connections that can benefit the organization’s fundraising and reputational standing, and can influence public policy prepare for, attend, and conscientiously participate in board meetings participate fully in one or more committees Other responsibilities of nonprofit board members follow the organization’s bylaws, policies, and board resolutions sign an annual conflict-of-interest disclosure and update it during the year if necessary, as well as disclose potential conflicts before meetings and actual conflicts during meetings maintain confidentiality about all internal matters of the organization Interested in applying? submit a cover letter and resume to info@learningbridgetx.org email the interim executive director, Dr. Kettisha Jones, at kettisha@learningbridgetx.org if you have any questions
Date Posted: Apr 28, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Austin, TX 78716
We are always looking for volunteers who share our passion for educating kids in foster care. You do not need a background in education or foster care to apply. Our volunteers are former teachers, stay at home moms, accountants, lawyers, retirees, and many others who just want to help a child in foster care succeed. If you are able to commit to at least one hour a week and be a consistent, reliable, positive adult presence in a student’s life, we have a place for you. We match tutors with students they are comfortable tutoring, according to grade level and subject matter. Whether you are interested in helping a kindergartner learn his colors or a high schooler build her confidence in math, we have a spot for you. Process Complete the application here. After you complete and submit the application to volunteer, we will call you to set up a virtual interview. Once references are checked, you will attend a two hour virtual training. We’ll teach you about the foster care system, and trauma-informed care. The training also includes guidance on how to work with families and students, an overview of typical grade-level skills and knowledge, and ideas and strategies for sessions. Once we find you a match, we run a background check and facilitate an introductory meeting with the student and family. Our volunteers range in age from those in their 20s, to those in their 70s; we believe that people in all stages of life have unique skills, talents and experiences to offer children at-risk.
Date Posted: Apr 28, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Austin, TX 78716
The Learning Bridge Board is seeking additional committee members for its Fundraising Committee. Desired Fundraising Committee members will have the following skills, assets, and/or achievements: · Led a fundraising campaign bringing in $20K+ · Has organized a fundraising event · Access to large high-wealth networks and philanthropy circles in Austin · Ability to cold call businesses and personal networks to make the asks for funds going towards our mission · Can engage in ongoing donor stewardship · Grant writing and foundation networking experience This committee member will collaborate with the fundraising committee to develop and implement fundraising strategies and campaigns. They will also identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, sponsors, and partners. They will commit 2-3 hours per month to meet virtually and engage in committee communications.
Date Posted: Apr 28, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Austin, TX 78716
Program & Planning Committee: We need 2 additional hands with following skills. Ideal if the candidate checks multiple boxes, ok if it's not all - for example, someone with most of the skills but with no prior experience in Child Welfare programs is ok too. ***Passion for the Cause: Genuinely passionate about supporting children in foster care and are committed to making a positive impact in their lives Program Development Experience: Prior experience in developing educational programs or initiatives, particularly those tailored to children and youth Strategic Planning Skills: strategic planning experience and can contribute to the long-term vision and growth of your organization's tutoring program Networking Abilities: strong networking skills can help your organization establish partnerships and collaborations with other organizations, schools, and community groups Marketing and Communication Skills: expertise in marketing and communication to help raise awareness about our organization's mission Knowledge of Child Welfare Systems: experience or expertise in child welfare systems, including social workers, educators, or individuals who have direct experience with foster care
Date Posted: Apr 28, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Austin, TX 78716
Learning Bridge connects volunteer tutors with children in grades PK-12 placed in foster care in Travis, Hays, Bastrop, or Williamson County. We ask volunteers to dedicate at least one hour a week to support their assigned student. Tutors must be at least 20 years of age. Volunteers may provide virtual or in-person sessions. We are in dire need of tutors who can support students in math and science.
Date Posted: Apr 28, 2025
