Job Description for Full Board of Directors

1. Believe in and be an active advocate and ambassador for the values, mission, and vision of Carter Community School. Carter Community School Board members must embody the values and the mission of the school. They must be committed to ensuring that all students will strive for academic excellence. Board members will leverage personal and professional contacts, and expertise, for the benefit of the school.

2. Cultivate meaningful relationships with organizations and community groups in Durham. The Board is a vital link to the community and the media. Garnering support from members of the community will be an important element of a comprehensive public relations strategy for the school.

3. Support the School Director and review her performance. The Board ensures that the School Director has the professional support she needs to further the goals of Carter Community School. The board will annually evaluate the School Director's performance, and offer constructive feedback for growth.

4. Ensure provision of adequate resources. One of the Board's foremost responsibilities is to ensure that there are adequate resources for Carter Community School to fulfill its mission. Board members and the School Director will be responsible for raising funds to support the school. All Board members will endeavor to provide an annual financial contribution to the best of their personal ability. In addition, if needed, the board will aid the School Director in identifying and securing a school facility.

5. Manage resources effectively. The Board approves the annual budget; reviews financial reports regularly; and ensures that proper financial controls are in place.

6. Monitor and ensure compliance with regulatory statutes. The Board reviews school policies, programs, and practices, to ensure compliance with North Carolina statutes, and other local, state, and federal laws.

7. Assess its own performance. The Board ensures that the total organization is effective in achieving its mission, and efficient in using its resources. As part of this responsibility, the Board will assess itself annually, thereby recognizing its achievements and reaching a consensus on which areas need to be improved.

8. Identify, recruit, and screen candidates for the Board of Directors, Advisory Council, and any necessary Task Forces.

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