Volunteer Director, Board of Directors, Positive Discipline Association

Now Recruiting: Director, Board of Directors

Positive Discipline Association

The Positive Discipline Association (PDA), a U.S. 501c3 non-profit, is entering a transition period as we strengthen our infrastructure and prepare for organizational growth. The Board will be composed of a ratio of 2/3 of members who are outside the organization, and 1/3 of members who are affiliated with the organization as members, educators and trainers, including a seat for a representative of the Positive Discipline Founder. The Board Directors serve as fiduciaries of the Positive Discipline Association, providing strategic guidance, oversight, and mission stewardship. They contribute expertise, perspective, and leadership while operating at the governance level.

About the PDA

For more than 20 years, the PDA has supported trainers, educators, mental health professionals, and families around the world in bringing Positive Discipline into homes, schools, and communities. Our work is global with work in 90 countries, community- based, and grounded in dignity, respect, and belonging. As we grow, we are building a board that reflects the strategic vision and governance support the organization needs for the next chapter.

About the Role

These are two- or three-year term, with renewable one-year extensions not to exceed six consecutive years This role is volunteer and governance focused. Expectations include:

• Attend and actively participate in Board meetings
• Review materials in advance and engage in informed decision-making
• Serve on at least one committee or task force
• Uphold fiduciary duties of care, loyalty, and accountability
• Maintain confidentiality of non-public information
• Disclose conflicts of interest and recuse themselves when appropriate
• Support the mission, values, and strategic direction of PDA
• Act as ambassadors for PDA within their professional and community networks

Who We’re Looking For

• We are specifically seeking candidates with a diverse range of experiences and skills, including adult learning/education, virtual learning, human resources/compliance, marketing, global non-profit, grant writing, fundraising, business growth, research, parent education, education leadership, early childhood education, board transition, change management and/or governance.

If you are interested in sharing your skills with a growing nonprofit and help guide its governance and future direction, this is a meaningful opportunity to contribute.

Why Serve

Board service with the PDA offers:

• A chance to shape the direction of a global community of practitioners
• Opportunities to collaborate with leaders across education, mental health, and
• community systems
• Experience in nonprofit governance and strategic planning
• The ability to contribute to work that strengthens families and communities worldwide

How to Apply

Below is an application link.