The president is elected by the local unit members to direct the affairs of the association in cooperation with the other members of the executive committee and to represent its members.

The President:
Serves for a term of office specified in the local unit bylaws.
Knows and follows the bylaws of the association.
Cooperates with the other members of the executive committee and board of directors.
Appoints, in conjunction with executive committee, chairpersons and standing committees.
Develops and updates a procedure book.
Consults with the school principal on all matters relating to the school.
Invites teachers to participate as active members and chairpersons.
Presides at all meetings of the general membership, board of directors and executive committee.
Expedites meetings by preparing an agenda, opening and closing meetings on time, and by working with the board before the meeting to learn who has reports or additions to the agenda.
Attends or is representative to council meetings, district meetings, workshops, PTA conventions, leadership conferences, and other related meetings.
Ensures that all required reports and forms are completed and returned to the state office by the designated deadline.
Instructs secretary to copy and distribute bylaws to all members of the board of directors.
Is an ex-officio member of all committees except the nominating and audit committees.