Provincial Implementation & School Partnerships Lead (BC)

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and passionate educator, or someone deeply familiar with the BC education system, to lead the implementation of Open Parachute, a school-based mental health and resilience program, with the goal of creating generational change across British Columbia. The role is ideal for someone who understands both the importance of students’ well-being and the everyday realities of schools and districts.

You will act as a bridge between our organization and school communities, helping teachers, counsellors, educational assistants and administrators integrate our mental health Curriculum in a way that feels achievable, relevant and sustainable. Rather than selling a product, your role is to champion a shared goal: embedding mental health as a foundation for learning and academic success. The role will involve supporting schools that currently have access to the program, as well as those interested in piloting or purchasing it.

Travel within British Columbia is an expected part of the role during active implementation periods, with schedules planned in advance wherever possible.

Please Note:

We will not accept any application if you do not meet the following criteria:

• You live in British Columbia
• You work (or have worked) in K-12 Education in B.C
• You have experience working with school leadership implementing programs

Compensation & Work Structure

This is a part-time, school-year aligned role with an annual salary. The position follows the natural rhythm of the BC school calendar, with most work taking place between September and May. Workload is lighter in December and minimal during the summer months (June–August).

The role is approximately half-time across the school year, with workload varying based on school implementation cycles. During active periods (Eg. Sept – Nov), there will be busier stretches due to workshops, travel, and school schedules, while expectations are reduced in quieter times (Dec, and significantly from June – Aug). This structure reflects how schools operate and supports a sustainable balance across the year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure districts are supported in implementing Open Parachute.
• Run presentations, demonstrations, and workshops that highlight the connection between mental health and academic success.

Implementation Support:

• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, counsellors and CEA’s to adapt implementation to each school’s/district’s needs.
• Provide guidance and resources to help staff integrate lessons into their existing schedule and curriculum priorities.
• Build custom scope & sequence documents
• Lead sample lesson or co-facilitate sessions to model delivery and build teacher confidence in delivering and interacting with the content.

Relationship Building & Follow-up:

• Maintain ongoing communication with customers after onboarding.
• Check in with customers to identify successes, challenges and opportunities for continued support.
• Recognize and empower Champions within each school to help sustain engagement.

Problem-Solving & Innovation:

• Identify barriers to Implementation (time, capacity, competing priorities).
• Develop creative, realistic solutions for schools to overcome challenges.
• Bring forward insights and recommendations to strengthen program delivery and educator support.

Product Knowledge:

• Stay familiar with all available implementation support materials (roadmaps, cheat sheets, etc.).
• Provide feedback on what additional supports or resources could make the program more accessible.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Thorough understanding of the BC Education System- Ideally with experience working in or closely with schools (Teaching, counselling, admin or district support role).
• Strong communication and presentation skills, comfortable facilitating workshops and conversations with educators and school leadership.
• Experience in program implementation, teacher professional development or education-based project coordination preferred.
• Ability to listen actively, think critically, and problem-solve collaboratively.
• Passion for student mental health and well-being as a cornerstone of academic and personal success.
• A motivated individual who is adaptable, organized and comfortable travelling throughout the province.

What Success Looks Like:

• Schools feel supported, not overwhelmed, in integrating mental health education.
• Teachers report increased confidence in using the program.
• Administrators and other school staff acknowledge mental health as a natural and essential part of student success.
• Program uptake increases through authentic engagement and demonstrates impact