Volunteer Board Member
23 hours ago
The Learning Disabilities Association of Toronto District (LDATD) is a chapter of the Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario (LDAO) serving the amalgamated City of Toronto. LDATD is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to creating a society in which people with learning disabilities (LDs) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are able to achieve the full expression of their intellect and abilities.
LDATD is seeking a **Volunteer Board Member
- **to help the organization through a period of exciting growth and organizational development. We are looking for someone with experience in a not-for-profit setting and/or a background in Education, Psychology or Social Work, or other relevant experience or skill sets. Board members take an active role in governance and is expected to:
- Commit to the vision, mission and values of LDATD
- Make a commitment of two years
- Commit to 11 Board meetings per year (in the evenings) and to participate in one committee or working group
- Support the fundraising of the organization
The Board follows a policy governance model and focuses on supporting the organization with oversight in the following key areas:
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Risk management
- Fundraising
- IT/cyber/privacy/web/internet presence
- Governance/strategic planning
To further our goals as an organization, we do the following work in the community
- Provide programs and services for approximately 19,000 children, youth, adults and seniors annually.
- Provide written and verbal information about LDs and ADHD.
- Provide referral services to professionals, educational resources and supports.
- Operate a resource centre offering books, videos and materials.
- Provide support, guidance and advocacy to our clients.
- Undertake public awareness activities.
- Publish an e-newsletter for members and stakeholders.
- Present to community groups, schools, professional development days, conferences and seminars.
- Hold free public events regarding various aspects of learning disabilities.
- Provide direct programs: social skills, keyboarding, assistive technology training, tutoring, mindfulness, youth groups, camps, workshops, seniors programs, support groups, settlement programs, employment support programs, youth recreational programs
If you are energetic and passionate and have dynamic experience with not-for-profit organizations or a desire to contribute “on the job” please forward your resume to us as soon as possible.
LDATD is an equal opportunity employer. We serve the diverse community of Toronto and are looking for Board members that reflect that diversity and lived experience.
- selected for an interview will be contacted. _**Please no phone calls.**_
**Job Types**: Part-time, Volunteer
Work Location: Hybrid remote in North York, ON M2N 6A3
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