JoinNSTA Treasurer
NSTA Is Conducting a Search for a Treasurer.
Founded in 1944 (as the National Science Teachers Association), the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) is the largest organization in the world committed to transforming science education to benefit all through professional learning, partnerships, and advocacy. NSTA has a broad membership base comprised of primarily K–12 teachers; however, it also includes professionals from across the informal science education community, such as science supervisors, administrators, scientists, and representatives from business and industry.
NSTA is guided by a CEO and the Board of Directors, who meet throughout the year. The Treasurer is a non-voting member of the Board of Directors.
Position Summary
The NSTA Treasurer position is a non-paying service position. Six to eight Board meetings are held annually, and are often held online (lasting from one to seven hours). The Treasurer will meet at least once per month with the Chief Finance and Administration Officer (CFAO) and weekly with the officers of the Board. Meetings could potentially be held in person. Beyond working with staff, the Treasurer will answer questions from Board members and provide support to other NSTA leaders.
The Treasurer provides critical leadership in financial oversight and planning for the Association. As a non-voting member of the Board of Directors and Chair of the Finance Committee, the Treasurer ensures transparent, responsible financial stewardship in collaboration with the CEO, Finance Committee, and Board. The role combines oversight, analysis, planning, and reporting functions. The Treasurer will work closely with the CFAO and Board Presidents. The three-year term of office may be renewed for an additional three-year term, after which the position will be declared open.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a non-voting, working member of the Board of Directors.
- Chair the Finance Committee and lead regular financial discussions.
- In collaboration with the CEO and Finance Committee,
- Submit a proposed annual budget to the Board.
- Develop a long-range financial plan.
- Receive and review monthly financial reports from the CEO or designee and report financial performance to the Board.
- Present the annual audit, including interpretations and recommendations based on audit findings.
- Provide regular and annual written reports on the Association’s finances.
- Ensure financial practices are aligned with policies approved by the Board.
- Perform all other duties assigned by the Board of Directors.
Qualifications
- Experience in financial management, oversight, or budgeting (nonprofit or association experience preferred);
- Understanding of financial statements and audit processes;
- Knowledge of nonprofit corporations and nonprofit tax-exempt corporations, including the legal ramifications;
- Knowledge of investments, investment policies, and working with advisors;
- Experience with strategic financial planning;
- Effective communicator and collaborator;
- Ability to travel to attend Board meetings and Finance Committee meetings; and
- Previous board, finance committee, or treasurer experience strongly preferred.
Additional preferred qualifications
- Knowledge of NSTA
- Knowledge of general education and how it is funded
All applications will be acknowledged. Candidates will be notified of interview decisions in early February. Onboarding will commence upon appointment. The Treasurer’s term of office begins on June 1, 2026.
Please sign in to your NSTA account before applying. Non NSTA members will need to create a guest user account at: www.nsta.org/create-guest-account in order to apply. All interested applicants should submit their application no later than January 31, 2026.