Your mental health and overall feeling of wellness have a profound impact on your ability to function and perform at your best – inside the classroom and out. Many teachers are diligent and proactive about improving their skills and techniques related to their teaching, but just as important is managing your mental and emotional health and wellness.
The level of stress and anxiety that many teachers are feeling has increased exponentially over the last few years, leaving many at a loss as to how they are to do their jobs while maintaining their mental well-being.
Here you will find resources and quick links to information and services that support your overall well-being. Use the cards below to navigate to the section you need.
Mental Health and Wellness Series:
To support Catholic teachers and help you reflect on your mental health and wellness, the Association has developed the Mental Health and Wellness Series.
Starling Minds Digital Mental Health Program
The Association and the Ontario Teachers Insurance Plan (OTIP) have partnered to provide members with Starling Minds Mental Fitness, a 24/7, confidential digital self-guided program for stress, anxiety, burnout, and depression, available anytime and anywhere.
Starling Minds Digital CBT Programs
Safer Spaces Series:
The Safer Spaces Series was created to help you understand psychological safety and make the connection to your own mental health and well-being while at work.
Support with Grief Series
As much as we wish that Catholic teachers did not have to face loss or tragedy, the reality is that they will, either individually or collectively. The information in these resources is meant to provide guidance when supporting people in such difficult circumstances.
Additional Resources