{"id":4531,"date":"2023-01-10T09:39:03","date_gmt":"2023-01-10T15:39:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.graduateprogram.org\/?p=4531"},"modified":"2023-01-12T16:21:19","modified_gmt":"2023-01-12T22:21:19","slug":"how-to-write-a-great-teacher-cover-letter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.graduateprogram.org\/blog\/how-to-write-a-great-teacher-cover-letter\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Write a Great Teacher Cover Letter"},"content":{"rendered":"

Let\u2019s face it, landing your first teaching job<\/a> isn\u2019t always easy. Gathering the right materials takes a lot of time and effort to ensure your accomplishments won\u2019t go unnoticed. Even with an amazing resume that highlights all of your teaching experience<\/a>, your passion for teaching needs to shine through. If you want to stand out above the rest, you\u2019re going to have to attach a cover letter. A teacher cover letter helps to make your passion known by persuading the reader that you\u2019re worth getting an interview.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s essentially your chance to showcase yourself and your skills and show how those skills can benefit the school district you\u2019re applying for. Before you hit the ground running, follow these tips to ensure you have the best teacher cover letter that will help you move to the next step, an interview!<\/p>\n

How to Write a Great Cover Letter<\/h2>\n

Short and Sweet<\/h3>\n

The first step to writing an excellent cover letter is to make sure it\u2019s short and to the point. According to an ex-Amazon recruiter as told from\u00a0CNBC<\/a>, you only have about six seconds to capture the attention of a hiring manager when they are looking over your resume. Now imagine how much time they spend looking over your cover letter. Just like your resume, your cover letter should be formatted so it\u2019s easy to read. Take this time to convince them why you are the best candidate for the job.<\/p>\n

Why Are You<\/em> a Great Match?<\/h3>\n

Emphasize what makes you the best contender for the job. Read the job description closely and match your expertise to what they are looking for. For example, if you\u2019re applying for a middle school teaching<\/a> position and the job description reads \u201ccommunicates regularly with parents\u201d and you\u2019ve recently used a communication app that you love while student teaching<\/a> or in a previous job position, then now is the time to talk about that.<\/p>\n

Individualize Each Resume Cover Letter<\/h3>\n

Do your research. If you\u2019re applying for a teaching position at three different school districts, then you need to write three different cover letters. You must tailor each cover letter to each school district to which you are applying. You can use specific examples that you know apply to their school district, culture, philosophy<\/a>, or demographic. Market yourself as a candidate that can address their school district needs or demonstrate how your experience can help contribute to their school culture inside and outside the classroom.<\/p>\n

Format Correctly<\/h3>\n

Since you only have a few seconds to capture the job recruiter’s attention you need to ensure your teacher cover letter is formatted correctly. A typical cover letter is three to four paragraphs and never exceeds a page. Make sure your font style and size are consistent throughout the letter as well as use the same type of paper as your resume. Try to capture the reader\u2019s attention by starting the letter off with something more eye-catching: \u201cIt is with great excitement that I submit this letter\u2026\u201d then discuss the position you are applying for. Then close the letter with something like: \u201cThank you for your consideration, I will eagerly await an opportunity to discuss this role\u2026\u201d followed by a professional closing like, \u201csincerely\u201d or \u201cbest regards\u201d and then your name, email, and phone number.<\/p>\n

Proofread and Edit<\/h3>\n

The last thing you want to do is not a job because you forgot to proofread your cover letter. Even the smallest typo may prevent you from getting an interview. Therefore, you must take the time to edit your cover letter. Simply putting it through spellcheck will not do the trick, because it can miss things like \u201cyou\u2019re\u201d versus \u201cyour.\u201d You can use a program like Grammarly, but reading it aloud a few times, then handing it off to several people to give it a double check is your best bet to having an error-free cover letter.<\/p>\n

To recap, your teacher cover letter for resume should highlight your qualifications. This means showcasing your skills and experience that are relevant to the specific job description you are applying for. If you are applying to several different school districts, tailor each cover letter to each specific job description.<\/p>\n

You only have a few seconds to capture the hiring managers\u2019 attention to be sure to format your letter, so it\u2019s easy to read and free of errors. Lastly, try and demonstrate your passion and enthusiasm for teaching by giving your soon-to-be employer a sense of your personality through your writing style.<\/p>\n

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Let\u2019s face it, landing your first teaching job isn\u2019t always easy. Gathering the right materials takes a lot of time and effort to ensure your accomplishments won\u2019t go unnoticed. Even with an amazing resume that highlights all of your teaching experience, your passion for teaching needs to shine through. 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