Connect, grow, and lead through mentorship
The Provincial Teacher Mentorship Program (PTMP) is a pilot initiative designed to provide coordinated, research-informed support for teachers at every stage of their careers. Developed in partnership between UBC’s Faculty of Education and the BC Ministry of Education and Child Care, with input from K-12 sector partners, this pilot program aims at fostering professional growth and leadership among educators across British Columbia. At its heart, this initiative reflects a shared commitment from the K-12 education sector to foster a thriving, diverse, and resilient teacher workforce.
Accessible &
Flexible
Designed to fit your schedule and context.
- Asynchronous learning minimizes time constraints
- Mix of online and in-person options for broad participation
- Built to reduce logistical and financial barriers
Personalized & Teacher-Led
Mentorship that adapts to you.
- Blends academic research with lived classroom realities
- Support that evolves across different career stages
- Responds to each teacher’s unique goals and context
Connected & Sustainable
Grow within a supportive network.
- Encourages strong mentor-mentee relationships
- Fosters long-term, province-wide teacher communities
- Builds confidence through shared learning and peer support
What to Expect
Mentorship that meets you where you are.
The Provincial Teacher Mentorship Program is designed to be responsive, relational, and rooted in shared learning. Whether you’re just starting out, transitioning roles, or deepening your practice, PTMP offers mentorship experiences that are personalized, practical, and community-driven.
Mentorship programs are currently underway in five pilot district partners. Educators in these districts will receive information through their local partners – visit the District Partners page to learn more.
Resources and learning opportunities for teachers beyond the pilot districts are under development – visit the Resources and Tools page to see what’s available
Key Features of the Mentorship Experience:
- Mentorship is tailored to your individual needs, career stage, and teaching context
- Mentors and mentees shape their journey together, setting shared goals and building meaningful learning experiences
- Opportunities to connect with fellow educators, explore challenges, and share solutions through open conversation
- Relational mentorship that builds trust, understanding, and mutual growth
- In-person and virtual events offer space for reflection, relationship-building, and community connection
- Online and self-paced resources make it easy to engage with mentorship on your own time
The PTMP is grounded in values that affirm teachers’ identities and foster meaningful growth. Mentorship experiences are designed to support the development of a flexible and evolving professional identity through inquiry and reflection. They promote a sense of purpose and responsiveness to change, while helping teachers build confidence, overcome internalized barriers, and strengthen pride in their unique backgrounds. Through relational mentorship, reflective dialogue, and collaborative learning, the program aims to nurture connection, resilience, and a deeper sense of belonging within the teaching profession.
Responding to the needs of today’s educators.
Whether you’re a teacher interested in becoming a mentor, looking for support as a mentee, or part of a school district seeking to strengthen local mentorship opportunities, this pilot program offers flexible, research-informed pathways for connection and growth.
Explore how mentorship can support your professional journey and contribute to a stronger, more collaborative teaching community across British Columbia.
