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Interested in Becoming a Member of Tukwila School Board?

Job Description

A School Board Director is one of the most important roles in a school district and has direct impact on the educational quality of Tukwila Schools.

Responsibilities include:

  • Attending all Board meetings
  • Formulating and approving budgets
  • Developing and approving policies
  • Hiring and evaluating the Superintendent
  • Advocating for the residents of your Director Area
  • Setting high instructional and learning goals for staff and students
  • Nurturing a positive climate that's conducive to continuous improvement

Why being a Director is awesome

Director Hoover: "We get to find ways to really  know and elevate the voices and experiences of our students. We are, in so many ways, the connectors between the community -  the values it has around education and student well being - and our school leaders. With that knowledge, those relationships, and willingness to always stay grounded in our service to students, we have the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of our students and school community."

Director Larson:  "(We) Get to work to improve the educational experience for our society’s greatest assets: our students."

Former Director Bolerjack: "(We) Have input on school culture and priorities to ensure vital opportunities for all children and staff."

Former Director Morris: "Being on the board provides an opportunity to work closely with staff and students in working towards providing a safe and rewarding learning environment."

Who we're looking for

The Tukwila School District believes that as an educational entity whose students reflect the global majority, the policy and decision makers should reflect the same. Being a part of the board requires a strong commitment to being student need focused while working together as a collective board and superintendent team to set a vision and path for the district, grounded in those students. 

A strong candidate for appointment would be an individual who demonstrates;

  • A deep commitment to and personal understanding of racial and educational equity

  • Being deeply embedded in our community

  • An understanding of our roles as policy makers to advance our racial equity work

  • A commitment to student voice and making student centered decisions

Board vision/mission/philosophy

Please visit the Board of Directors page for our complete vision, mission, and philosophy statements.

How do I apply to become a Director?

Please visit the Board of Directors Application page for requirement information and how to apply. Upon receipt, your application will be reviewed.  After review, the Board of Directors will conduct an interview during a public meeting.  The Board of Directors will then determine whether to approve the appointment.

Calendar and time obligations

The amount of time each Director spends in the position varies, but the average time obligation per week is six hours. Directors are required to attend one regular Board meeting, one work session per month, quarterly Saturday meetings, and occasional special meetings. Board members are encouraged to attend school events and visit school buildings.

Please visit the Upcoming Board Meetings page to see the full schedule of meetings.