BOARD MEMBER OPPORTUNITY at Big Picture Educational Academy
About the Employer
Join the innovative team at Big Picture Educational Academy, where educators make a genuine difference in students' lives through our personalized, one-student-at-a-time approach. As a public charter school offering elementary, high school, and adult education programs, we provide a work environment where you can truly connect with students and help them develop essential real-world skills. At BPEA, you'll be part of a close-knit, diverse community that values inclusion and empowers both students and staff to thrive. Our small learning environment fosters authentic relationships between teachers and students, allowing you to create meaningful educational impacts daily. If you're passionate about education that goes beyond traditional academics—focusing on helping students understand themselves, engage with the world, and prepare for success in college, career, and life—BPEA offers the opportunity to align your professional journey with our inspiring mission and vision. Be part of a team committed to transforming education and communities, one student at a time.
Job Summary
Job Summary
BPEA is seeking dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors. Board members play a crucial role in guiding our organization's strategic direction, ensuring fiscal responsibility, and upholding our mission to educate individuals of all ages, one student at a time. About Us Big Picture Educational Academy is a public charter school serving elementary, high school, and adult education students in Fresno, CA. Our personalized approach focuses on real-world learning, helping students develop reasoning and problem-solving skills to become active community members. We believe that knowing how to learn is the most important skill for success in the real world. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SUBMIT A LETTER OF INTEREST TO: bpea_board@bpeacademy.org
Requirements / Qualifications
VOLUNTEER POSITION Board service is voluntary. TIME COMMITMENT Board meetings held monthly (approximately 1-2 hours each) term length: 1 year, with possibility of renewal
QUALIFICATIONS Understanding of BPEA's mission, vision, and educational philosophy Willingness to commit time for board meetings and special events Understanding of charter school operations (preferred but not required) Previous board or council experience (preferred but not required) BPEA is committed to building a diverse board that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For more information about Big Picture Educational Academy, please visit bpea.school
Requirements / Qualifications
VOLUNTEER POSITION Board service is voluntary. TIME COMMITMENT Board meetings held monthly (approximately 1-2 hours each) term length: 1 year, with possibility of renewal
QUALIFICATIONS Understanding of BPEA's mission, vision, and educational philosophy Willingness to commit time for board meetings and special events Understanding of charter school operations (preferred but not required) Previous board or council experience (preferred but not required) BPEA is committed to building a diverse board that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For more information about Big Picture Educational Academy, please visit bpea.school
Comments and Other Information
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SUBMIT A LETTER OF INTEREST TO:
bpea_board@bpeacademy.org
Comments and Other Information
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SUBMIT A LETTER OF INTEREST TO:
bpea_board@bpeacademy.org
Application Deadline
Continuous
Date Posted
5/28/2025
Contact
Stephanie Hinton
559-420-1234
559-420-1234
Number of Openings
4
Salary
Single Rate
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Add'l Salary Info
This is a volunteer position
Length of Work Year
See below
Employment Type
Part Time