Organization Overview
Teen Driving Solutions School (TDSS) is an organization made up of like-minded, family-oriented people who passionately challenge the common belief that "experience" is the key to becoming a safe driver. We are united by a commitment to saving the lives of teenage drivers through advanced, hands-on driver education.
TDSS exists to change lives by empowering teenagers with the critical thinking, decision-making, and vehicle-control skills needed to navigate real-world driving challenges and Arrive Alive Every Time They Drive™.
Position Overviews
Teen Driving Solutions School is seeking mission-driven leaders to join our Board of Directors. Board members play an important role in providing governance, strategic leadership, fundraising support, community connections, and oversight as TDSS continues to grow its programs and impact.
We are currently seeking Board members for the following positions:
Secretary
Provides leadership and support related to Board governance, records, communications, meeting documentation, organizational policies, and other administrative responsibilities that help ensure an effective and accountable Board.
Treasurer
Provides financial oversight and support, including budgeting, financial reporting, fiscal policies, financial controls, and helping the Board maintain strong financial stewardship and sustainability.
Grants Lead
Provides leadership and support in identifying, cultivating, and securing foundation, corporate, and other grant funding opportunities, while helping develop funder relationships and strengthen TDSS's institutional fundraising strategy.
Sponsorship Lead
Provides leadership and support in developing, securing, and stewarding corporate and community sponsorships, while building relationships with businesses, sponsors, and community partners.
Board Member Expectations
All Board members are expected to:
- Actively support and advance the mission of Teen Driving Solutions School.
- Participate in regularly scheduled quarterly Board meetings and appropriate Board or committee activities.
- Contribute meaningful time, expertise, relationships, and leadership beyond simply attending Board meetings.
- Serve as ambassadors for TDSS within their professional and community networks.
- Participate in fundraising, donor cultivation, sponsorship development, grant development, and other activities that support the organization's financial sustainability.
- Fulfill the annual $5,000 Give or Get Commitment in accordance with the Board-approved policy.
- Work collaboratively with fellow Board members, the CEO, and organizational leadership.
- Help strengthen TDSS's programs, reach, partnerships, and long-term sustainability.
- Bring a genuine commitment to helping create safer, more capable teen drivers.
Board members serve three-year terms and may be eligible to serve up to two consecutive three-year terms, subject to the organization's bylaws and Board approval.
Who We're Looking For
We are looking for engaged, collaborative leaders who are passionate about teen driver safety and willing to contribute their time, expertise, relationships, and resources to help TDSS grow.
Relevant experience may include nonprofit leadership, finance, governance, grant writing, fundraising, sponsorships, business development, marketing, communications, community engagement, or other professional or community leadership experience.
Most importantly, we're looking for people who believe in the TDSS mission and are ready to be an active member of the team.
Interested?
If you are interested in serving on the TDSS Board of Directors in one of these positions, we'd love to hear from you. Please send us a message or reach out to inquire about the position you're interested in and learn more about serving on the Board of Directors.