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2025 AAITE Board of Directors Self-Nominations

Are you passionate about advancing the professionalization of interpreters and translators in education?

Do you advocate for enhancing language access in educational settings?

Have you ever thought about taking an active role by running for a position on the AAITE Board?

 

If you answered YES to any of these questions, then you are READY TO RUN!


Self-nominations are now being accepted for a two-year term (July 2025-June 2027) for Treasurer and Membership Director positions. Nominations must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. 

The work that AAITE has been able to accomplish is impressive. However, these achievements would never be possible without the work of dedicated volunteers like you. We invite you to play a more active role in the association; consider running for one of the positions and join the AAITE Board of Directors.


Who May Run? 

  • Any active Associate Member of AAITE for at least 3 months who is in current good standing with the association

  • The active Associate Member must be interested in self-nominating for the Board position (nominations by others are not accepted at this time)

What is expected of Board Members? 

The Board of Directors plays a pivotal role in championing the organization's mission, ensuring its continuous advancement towards professionalization of interpreters and translators in education, and promoting language access in education. As stewards of our vision, board members uphold the highest standards of dedication, empathy, and forward-thinking leadership. They drive the trajectory of the initiatives necessary to accomplish the organization’s vision and mission with unwavering commitment and a spirited vision for inclusive participation.

What positions are up for election? 

  • Treasurer

  • Membership Director

These Board positions are for a term of 2 years. Information about the responsibilities of Board members can be found in the AAITE Bylaws.  

Complete the Self-nomination form below by Tuesday, April 15, 2025.  For further information about the election process or if you are unable to open the Self-Nomination Form, contact the AAITE Nominations and Election Committee by e-mailing [email protected].  

The newly-elected Board members will be announced on May 3, 2025, at AAITE Edu-Con 2025. After the transition period (May and June), new Board members will be sworn in on July 1, 2025 to commence serving their terms.


Timeline: 

  • March 31, 2025 Nominations open

  • April 15, 2025 Nominations close

  • April 17, 2025 Candidates ballot announced 

  • April 17, 2025 Voting opens

  • May 2, 2025 Voting closes at 10:00pm MT 

  • May 3, 2025 New Board is announced at the Closing Ceremony of Edu-Con 2025

Position Descriptions: 

In addition to the duties and responsibilities of each position, all Board members are expected to:  

  • Attend and actively participate in monthly 90-minute board meetings.
  • Thoroughly prepare for board meetings, including the review of reports, committee findings, and pending decisions.
  • Engage in various AAITE activities such as committees, work groups, and projects, as needed.
  • Timely respond to communication requests for input on organizational decisions and contributions to committees, working papers, or projects.
  • Be involved in the annual conference (Edu-Con), fostering collaboration and alignment with the broader membership.
  • Complete a conflict of interest and confidentiality agreement on a yearly basis, as well as other relevant forms as required by law or AAITE's Bylaws. 

Please see below for the description for each of the positions up for election. 

Positions Open for Election

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Treasurer

July 1, 2025 

to 

June, 30, 2027 

Term

Treasurer

This is a two-year term position.  

Duties -  The Treasurer shall be the chief fiscal officer of the Association and shall be custodian of all monies and securities of the Association. The Treasurer shall deposit all such monies in the name of the Association in such banks or trust companies as the Board may from time to time designate. All disbursements of Association funds shall be made in accordance with such rules and regulations as may be prescribed by the Treasurer and the Board. The Treasurer shall keep or cause to be kept in suitable form detailed accounts of the assets, liabilities, receipts and disbursements of funds of the Association. Such accounts and their supporting vouchers or 6 checks shall be at all times open for inspection, examination or audit by the Board or Finance Committee as shall be relevant to the duties and functions of the Treasurer. The Treasurer shall report on the condition of the finances of the Association on a monthly basis to the Board of Directors, unless otherwise approved by the Board. The Treasurer shall serve as an ex-officio member of the Finance Committee

Membership Director

July 1, 2025 

to 

June, 30, 2027 

Term

Director at Large position serving as a Membership Director. 

This is a two-year term position 

Duties - The Membership Director shall be the chief officer responsible for recruitment, engagement, and retention of members for the Association. The Membership Director shall oversee all membership initiatives, ensuring that the Association maintains a strong and active membership base. The Director shall develop and implement strategic membership growth plans, manage member communications, and ensure that member benefits and services align with the Association’s mission and goals. The Membership Director shall maintain  accurate membership records and oversee the membership database, fostering timely processing of new memberships, renewals, and inquiries. The Director shall analyze membership trends and provide regular reports to the Board of Directors

 

 If you are ready to submit your self-nomination, click below to get started!

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