Download the Local Unit Leader Job Description
Key Role – Local Unit Leader
- Works collaboratively to oversee unit business and run a PTA effectively
- Provides information, activities and resources to empower members and community stakeholders
- Focuses on connecting families, school and community to support student success
Getting Started
Preparation – Review files and materials from last term to know more your new position. Check your bylaws and standing rules to see what your duties are as a PTA officer/chairman. Find out more about:
- PTA policies, best practices and resources
- Insurance and Loss Prevention Guide
It’s also worthwhile to talk to your predecessor about what past activities worked well and what needs to be tweaked to make your PTA even better.
How Tos
Local unit leaders work together to run a PTA well on behalf of their members by:
Communicating:
- Update the board, members and community stakeholders on the plans and upcoming activities you’re working on
- Share information from council, district, State and National PTA with members and community stakeholders
Collaborating:
- Attend board and association meetings and give reports to keep everyone in the loop
- Be a team player by meeting deadlines, doing your part and asking for help if you need it
- Ensure federal and state tax returns and filings are submitted by due dates
Cooperating:
- Stay connected with your council/district PTA for information, advice and support
- Send monthly and annual reports and information to council/district PTA as requested
Did you know? … PTA Board Members:
- Adhere to PTA financial procedures as outlined in bylaws and State and National PTA guidelines
- Protect members’ privacy by utilizing member information for PTA work only
- Attend PTA sponsored workshops or trainings
- Maintain a current procedure book and files to pass on to a successor
- Work together as a team to improve the lives of all children and their families
Other Useful Information
Resources:
California State PTA – capta.org
- PTA Leaders tab and more
- California State PTA Toolkit
- Running Your PTA Made Easy
- Insurance and Loss Prevention Guide – Mailed annually to PTA presidents
Online Services:
- Officer Contact System – To enter officer and board member information and generate useful reports
- e-Bylaws – To revise and update PTA unit bylaws
- Tax Filing Support Center – To help units meet Federal and State reporting requirements
- MyPTEZ – To handle PTA accounting needs and generate financial reports
National PTA – pta.org
- PTA Leaders tab and more
- E-Learning Workshops
- Back-to-School Kit
