Lucy’s brief description of mentorship.
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The Teacher Mentorship & Peer Support Program is a partnership between SD71 and the CDTA.
If you are interested in accessing mentorship or being a mentor, simply click the buttons below and fill out the form.
You are free to organize your own mentoring partnership or you can ask for a referral to a mentor. A mentor can be any educator that has experience or skills they would like to share with a colleague. The model is set up to support professional autonomy, with guidance available if you feel you need it.
Application Forms
Teacher Peer Support
Teaching is a complex profession full of changing landscapes, a variety of relationships, significant responsibilities, and rewarding experiences. It can be hard work. We know, as teachers, that some of the deepest growth and learning takes place when we struggle and work to overcome obstacles.
“The Mentorship and Peer Support Program provides opportunities to form partnerships with colleagues who bring experience, compassion, and skills to share. It is a completely confidential, non-judgmental, and non-evaluative process where two teachers work together. Whether you are experiencing challenges or simply seeking growth, you can set your goals with your partner, brainstorm ideas, and share insights and concerns. The partnership is flexible and can evolve as you and your Mentor/Peer Supporter decide.
There is release time available!
If you are interested or curious, please feel free to email Lucy Nelson directly at mentorship@sd71.bc.ca, or by calling the CDTA office at 250-338-1461, Ext. 3.
Teacher Mentorship
& Peer Support Program
SD71 Coordinator ~ Lucy Nelson
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays (PM)
CDTA office, 491 4th Street, Courtenay
Telephone: 250-338-1461, Ext. 3.
Email: mentorship@sd71.bc.ca