2016 Call for Nominations for 2017-2018 Board

Due by October 1, 2016

The nomination process is designed to identify individual board members who will:

  • Bring knowledge of early childhood issues affecting out state
  • Carefully prepare for meetings by reviewing and preparing materials for dissemination
  • Participate in group discussion by offering and listening to diverse points of view, and
  • Make thoughtful decisions that are in the best interest of the entire Association

Qualifications for all positions:

  • Member of NevAEYC
  • Commitment to NevAEYC vision and mission
  • Knowledge of the Early Childhood Community

NevAEYC Mission and Vision

The purpose of NevAEYC is to serve and act on behalf of the needs, rights, and well-being of all young children and their families, with special emphasis on developmental and educational services and resources for a diverse population; and to foster the growth and development of the membership in their work with, and on behalf of young children.

Board Positions

All elected position take office on January 1st. Most positions are 2-year terms with the option to serve two consecutive terms (4 years total). The Treasurer-elect/Treasurer/Past Treasurer position is a 4 year term.

The following positions are open for elections:

Treasurer-Elect:

Treasurer-Elect shall serve in that capacity for one-year term, and serve the following two years as Treasurer, then finish term with one year as past treasurer for a total 4-year term.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Attends and participates in NevAEYC Governing Board meetings and events.
  • Attends NevAEYC annual retreat.
  • Works in conjunction with current Treasurer on Treasurer key responsibilities and prepares to assume treasurer position.
  • Treasurer responsibilities include serving as the financial officer of the organization and as chair of the Finance Committee, preparing and presenting annual budget, creating appropriate financial reports, reviews annual audit, oversees deposits, ensures diversification of funds, and maintains tax-exempt status (501c3).

Secretary (2 year term)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Attends and participates in NevAEYC Governing Board meetings and events.
  • Attends NevAEYC annual retreat.
  • Provides written agendas of scheduled meetings prior to meeting.
  • Fills the office of President should that office become vacant and the President-Elect is unable to assume the duties of President.
  • When appropriate, distributes to Governing Board background information on subjects to be discussed.
  • Prepares and provides written minutes to Governing Board in the specified time.
  • Attaches results of e-votes to the following month’s minutes.
  • Maintains the roster of Governing Board members.
  • Is sufficiently familiar with legal documents (articles, by-laws, IRS determination letter, etc.) to note applicability during meetings.
  • Responsible for sending appropriate Governing Board correspondence as directed by President.
  • Maintains all records in appropriate confidential manner.
  • Responsible for bringing “Robert’s Rules of Order” to each meeting.
  • Responsible for any duties described as hospitality by the board as they arise.

VP Educational Development (2 year Term)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Attends and participates in NevAEYC Governing Board meetings and events.
  • Attends NevAEYC annual retreat.
  • Chairs the Educational Development Committee.
  • Serves on the Personnel Committee.
  • Attends AEYC Conferences
  • Coordinates Educational development activities supported by the NevAEYC board.
  • Is a member of all conference planning committees
  • Develops goals and objectives for the strategic plan as related to Educational development.
  • Serves as board liaison to affiliates on Educational development activities and events.
  • Tracks local, state and national trends in early care and education as related to professional development and shares that information with the board for strategic planning purposes.
  • Provides a report at each board meeting of his or her activities since the previous board meeting.

VP of Public Policy (2 year term)

Key responsibilities:

  • Attends and participates in NevAEYC Governing Board meetings and events.
  • Attends NevAEYC annual retreat.
  • Develops goals and objectives for the strategic plan as related to Public Policy.
  • Maintains a record of all advocacy activities conducted by NevAEYC and any related financial expenditures.
  • Serves as chair of the public policy committee which includes the Vice Presidents of Public Policy from each local affiliate.
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge of state and federal legislation affecting children ages

0-8.

  • Disseminates policy update and action alerts to members.
  • Maintains a database and/or group e-mail list of members for dissemination of information relating to public policy.
  • Provides regular updates to the board on public policy issues and activities.
  • Provides support and acts as a liaison to local affiliate public policy chairs and/or committees.
  • Provides training/information regarding advocacy to members.
  • Works with conference committee to include public policy/advocacy activities as an integral part of the annual state conference.
  • Attends annual National AEYC Leadership/Public Policy Conference and serves as Nevada team leader.
  • Develops and maintains working relationships with other state early childhood advocacy groups.
  • Provides written public policy updates for distribution to the general membership
  • Communicates with local and national policy makers, as well as the media in regards to NevAEYC’s public policy positions.
  • Keeps public policy program (public policy positions) up-to-date and works with the board on changes and additions to the policy program annually and as needed during a legislative session.
  • Stays informed and engaged in public policy activities (legislative, regulatory) including coalition efforts at the state level and through NAEYC at the federal level.
  • Leads the development of annual public policy priorities for issues related to children ages 0-8 and the field, in the context of the political climate and legislative/regulatory schedule of the state.
  • Ensures communication with the affiliate board, local affiliates, membership and NAEYC on a regular basis through e-mail updates and alerts.
  • Provides technical assistance and training on advocacy and public policy at affiliate meetings.
  • Maintains political activity log.
  • Review and update quarterly the sections of the NevAEYC website specific to this Board Position.

The following positions are appointed by the President:

Nomination Chair (2 year term)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assesses the Governing Board’s current composition and identifies needs.
  • Reviews job descriptions and a recruitment plan.
  • Identifies and cultivates prospective Governing Board members – ensuring Diversity and Professional Organization representation across Nevada.
  • Recruits and vets candidates who are willing to serve.
  • Develops a slate of candidates to meet specified timelines.
  • Coordinates election and oversees the election of Governing Board.
  • Coordinates initial Board Orientation.
  • Annually reviews Governing Board’s policies and procedures for elections and submits proposed revisions to the Governing Board.

Accreditation Chair (2 year term)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Keeps current on NAEYC accreditation policy by participating in monthly NAEYC accreditation chair conference calls.
  • Tracks and reports information regarding NAEYC accreditation with Governing Board as needed.
  • Supports local affiliates and the Office of Early Learning and Development with the accreditation process.
  • Keeps track of national trends in Accreditation.
  • Provides outreach and support for Accreditation.
  • Plans for and supports increases in number of accredited centers.
  • Participates in National Accreditation Academy.
  • Promotes T.E.A.C.H. with Accredited and new centers.

Conference Chair-elect (2 year term)

This position serves one year as Conference Chair-elect and one year as Conference Chair

Key Responsibilities (in collaboration with Conference Chair):

  • Collaborates with other community agencies and stakeholders to plan annual conference.
  • Identifies Conference Committee Chairs (presenters, keynote, volunteers, and vendors).
  • Identifies volunteers for Conference Committees.
  • Secures Conference venue and contracts.
  • Solicits and secures keynote speakers and presenters.
  • Recruits attendees and vendors.
  • Works with the NevAEYC treasurer to develop conference budget.
  • Schedules and co-chairs monthly conference planning meetings.
  • Monitors Conference Committee work.
  • Ensures professional development across Core Content Areas in Early Childhood Education.
  • Evaluates and reports to Board members on Conference.
  • Recognizes and promotes T.E.A.C.H.

Nomination Form -2016 Elections

for2017-2018 Board Positions

DUE by October 1, 2016

Nominee’s Name (You can self-nominate)______

2017-18 Governing Board Position you are nominating the above person for (please check one):

 Treasurer Elect

 Secretary

 VP Educational Development

 VP Public Policy

 Nomination Chair

 Accreditation Chair

 Conference Chair-elect

Nominee’s Title______Organization ______

Street Address______

City/State/Zip______

Daytime Contact Telephone______

E-mail address______

On the following page, please state your reasons for nominating this person (or yourself)and use the table to indicate the evidence supporting the nomination.

Your Name______

Your Telephone # ______

E-mail address______

Please submit nomination forms to:

MAIL:FAX: EMAIL:

Teresa Byington –Nominations Chair702-222-3100

8050 Paradise Road, Suite 100

Las Vegas, NV 89123

Nomination Form- 2016 Elections

Name of Nominee______

I have nominated the person named above (or self-nominate) because she/he has the knowledge, skills and abilities to contribute in carrying out NevAEYC’s mission and goals. – Please refer to the criteria for nominees (you may attach additional sheets if necessary).

Criteria / Evidence
a) Works in field that incorporates or is aware of children’s issues and their interests
b) Invests in personal professional development
c) Encourages professional development of others
d) Demonstrates advocacy and leadership
e) Contributes through community involvement
f) Has educational background/experience in the field of Early Childhood