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2026 ITAG Board of Directors Application

2026 ITAG Board of Directors Application

There are many ways to contribute to the ITAG mission. If you are interested in being considered for serving on the ITAG Board of Directors, please complete this application by November 6, 2026.

ITAG BOD Qualifications
ITAG welcomes a wide pool of candidates for open board positions who support our mission. This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about ITAG’s mission and gifted education in Iowa. Ideal candidates will have the following qualifications:

Participate in and support ITAG's mission
- Maintain membership in ITAG
- Attend ITAG-sponsored conferences
- Attend and actively participate in committee meetings and committee work as scheduled by the committee chair
Show evidence of competency in and/or passion for gifted education
- Demonstrate advocacy and leadership experience (e.g. starting a parent group, presenting professional learning opportunities, etc.)
- Understand gifted education issues through the perspective of an educator, parent, professional, or community member
- Have other board-level experience, such as serving a nonprofit board, committee, or participating in other board-level service (e.g., governance service, policy writing experience)
- Exhibit personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to advancing the mission of ITAG

ITAG’s Board Members serve a two-year term and can serve no more than three consecutive elected terms. Board members elected in Fall of 2026 will serve a term that runs from January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2028.

Responsibilities:
A Board Member will support the work of ITAG and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. Specific Board Member responsibilities of leadership, governance and oversight include:

Know and uphold ITAG bylaws, policies, and procedures
Approve ITAG's annual budget and business decisions; being informed of, and meeting all legal and fiduciary responsibilities
Create the policy decisions that support the strategic plan and mission of ITAG
Participate in the development and annual monitoring of ITAG's strategic plan
Adherence to Conflict of Interest policy of ITAG
Act as an ambassador for ITAG, representing the best interests of the organization on all issues raised in board meetings, based on preparation and careful consideration of agendas and supporting materials
Attend all board meetings throughout the year (approx. 6)
Serve on at least one board committee at the request of the President
Create presentations for annual fall conference, articles for quarterly newsletter, and/or other board or committee initiatives
Recruit new board members for the organization
Contribute to the annual reviews
Serve as an advocate for the Iowa Talented and Gifted Association
Maintain confidentiality with board work.
Support board decisions in word and action.

What is your first and last name?

What is your home address (Please include city, state, and zIp code)

In which Iowa County do you currently reside?

What is the best phone number to contact you at?

What is the best email address where we can contact you?

Have you served on a non-profit board before? If so, please explain.

What experiences do you have with giftedness or the field of gifted and talented education? Are you a TAG teacher? School administrator? Parent of a gifted child? Were you identified for TAG services? etc.

Why are you interested in joining ITAG?

What personal and professional strengths would you bring to a non-profit organization?

Please provide the name and contact information (name, email, phone) of two references who are familiar with your work or expertise.

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