Job Description

Job Summary

Volunteer Board Member Opportunity

Homework Hotline, Inc.
Based in Tennessee | Hybrid Participation Welcome

Help Tennessee Students Succeed—Join Our Board!

Homework Hotline provides free, one-on-one tutoring and academic support to K–12 students and their families across Tennessee. By delivering help through phone, chat, and online whiteboard, we ensure every student—regardless of zip code, background, or resources—can get the support they need to thrive in school.

We believe learning is for everyone, and we work to remove barriers to academic achievement every day.

Learn more at www.homeworkhotline.info

Position: Volunteer Board Member

Term Length: 3 Years
Commitment: ~6 board meetings per year + committee work, events, and advocacy
Location: Tennessee-based preferred; remote/hybrid participation welcome

We are seeking mission-driven individuals to join our Board of Directors and help lead Homework Hotline into its next chapter. Board members play a critical role in ensuring organizational health, expanding community reach, and maintaining the integrity of our mission.

Job Responsibilities

Board Member Responsibilities

Board members provide leadership, oversight, and strategic guidance to fulfill Homework Hotline’s mission. During your tenure, you agree to:

• Believe in and support the mission of Homework Hotline.
• Prepare for, attend, and actively participate in at least 75% of board meetings, typically held on the 3rd Wednesday of August, November, February, April, May, and June.
• Serve on committees, participate in task groups, and attend major events or programs.
• Make a personal financial contribution by December 15 each fiscal year.
• Support and engage in fundraising activities.
• Identify and cultivate donors, sponsors, and sources of financial support.
• Help formulate and adopt organizational policies and guide strategic direction.
• Approve and evaluate organizational performance and long-term goals.
• Adopt and monitor the operating budget and fundraising plan.
• Safeguard the organization’s assets and uphold fiduciary responsibility.
• Stay informed on key issues impacting the organization and its stakeholders.
• Serve as a public representative and advocate for Homework Hotline.
• Participate in the selection and evaluation of the Executive Director, as appropriate.
• Follow the organization’s Conflict of Interest Policy and ethical standards.

Qualifications

Who Should Apply?

Ideal candidates may have experience in:

• Education, tutoring, or student support services
• Nonprofit governance and board leadership
• Fundraising, development, or philanthropy
• Finance, legal, HR, or business strategy
• Community engagement, advocacy, or public policy

We especially welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and communities served by Homework Hotline.

Additional Information

Benefits

Homework Hotline, Inc. is an equal opportunity organization and is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and representative board.

How to Apply

Ready to Make an Impact?

To apply, send a brief statement of interest and your resume or LinkedIn profile to:
boardapplications@homeworkhotline.info

Join us and be part of something that changes lives.

Details

• Date Posted: May 28, 2025
• Type: Board Member
• Job Function: Accounting / Financial Management
• Service Area: Board Leadership

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