Board of Directors

The Board of Directors is made up of volunteers from the school and local community. Board members help guide strategic decisions, provide oversight, and work with school leadership to support the school’s mission and long-term sustainability. You can learn more about the individuals who serve on the board below.

The CMS Board welcomes your input

Coming Fall 2026 - Open Board Sessions!

We will reserve the first 15 minutes of each board meeting for community members who would like to meet with us, ask questions, or share feedback.

Board Composition

The board strives for a balance of members from both the parent community and the wider local community. Board members bring a range of skills and experiences, including strategic planning, finance, community engagement, and oversight of campus facilities and initiatives. This combination of perspectives and expertise helps ensure that the board can provide guidance that reflects the interests of families while also considering the broader community. 

Current Openings

We are currently seeking external candidates to serve in the following roles:

Treasurer

Provides financial oversight to support the school's long-term fiscal health. Responsibilities include reviewing budgets, financial reports, and cash flow, while helping guide financial planning and stewardship. Experience in accounting, finance, or nonprofit financial management is preferred.

Development and Fundraising

Leads efforts related to fundraising, donor engagement, grants, sponsorships, and community giving initiatives that support the school's mission and long-term sustainability.

Community Engagement 

Leads efforts to foster strong relationships among families, staff, alumni, and the board of directors. This role helps coordinate community outreach, gather feedback, support volunteer initiatives, and strengthen communication and engagement across the CMS community.

Board member – Special Expertise

We welcome applications from individuals who bring professional expertise that can help strengthen the school. Areas of interest include marketing, communications, nonprofit leadership, human resources, finance, and organizational development.

How to Apply

Please send a current CV or resume and letter of interest to the Board Secretary, Ben German, at bgerman@community-montessori.org. 

CMS Board Bylaws

You can find the CMS board bylaws here.