Volunteer Board Member – STEM Childcare Program

Overview

The Volunteer Board Member – Keel STEM Enrichment helps guide an organization that brings science, technology, engineering, and mathematics learning into childcare and early childhood education. Board members contribute leadership and practical insight to support thoughtful decisions, responsible planning, and engaging learning opportunities for children.

We warmly welcome applications from working professionals, as well as upper-year undergraduate or graduate university students looking to gain governance experience. No prior board experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in board discussions and help set priorities for the program.
• Review budgets, support sound financial planning, and monitor how resources are used.
• Contribute teaching or technical perspectives to shape age-appropriate STEM activities and learning goals.
• Collaborate with fellow board members and program staff to address needs and strengthen program delivery.

Your impact: Your guidance helps staff plan engaging STEM experiences and use program resources responsibly.

Skills

Required: Practical leadership, clear communication, and collaborative decision-making help you contribute to board discussions, assess priorities, and work constructively with program staff. Budgeting skills support responsible review of financial plans and resource use.

Preferred: Teaching knowledge, a background in a STEM field, or student leadership experience is helpful when advising on age-appropriate STEM learning and program goals. A thoughtful, dependable approach and interest in supporting children’s learning can strengthen your contribution to the board.

Time & Location Commitment:

• Time: Approximately 3 to 5 hours per month (including board meetings and review of materials).
• Location: Hybrid (Virtual meetings / In-person at our North York facility).
• Term: 1-year or 2-year commitment preferred.