Cover letter example: Dear Ms Name,
As a [newly-qualified/experienced] teacher with [number] years experience in a [primary/secondary] school setting, I feel I would be well-suited for the role of [job title] at [name of school]. Please find my CV attached.
The nature of my work in education has prepared me for this position. My interest in […] stimulated me to lead a project on […] My role here was to […]. As part of this, I had to liaise with […] meaning that I have developed skills in […]. I faced some challenges along the way, such as […] and overcame them by […]. The impact of the project overall was […]. This was measured by/ has been evidenced in […].
As shown by my experience in schools, I am enthusiastic about education and always strive to do the best for my students. I am able to take on responsibility for learning and have experience of successfully managing a class. I also have the enthusiasm and determination to ensure that I make a success of this role.
Thank you for taking the time to consider this application and I look forward to hearing from you in future.
Yours sincerely,
Name
Cover Letter Example for a Teacher
87 Washington Street
Smithfield, CA 08055
555-555-5555 (h)
123-123-1234 (c)
name@email.com
Smithfield Elementary School
Main Street
Smithfield, CA 08055
Dear Mr. Doe,
I am interested in applying for an elementary-level teaching position in your school district. As a 20XX graduate of XXX College, I have student teaching experience on the third- fourth-, and sixth-grade level, in both suburban and urban school districts. I believe my teaching experience and passion for community engagement make me an ideal candidate for a teaching position at your school.
I have experience teaching elementary-level students in a variety of settings. I am currently teaching third-grade children at an inner-city charter school. As a former education coordinator at a local museum, I also have experience teaching fourth-grade students in a small suburban school system. Your school emphasizes its unique position as a school that caters to both inner-city and suburban students, so I think my varied experiences would make me an asset to your program.
Your school also strives to engage students in the larger community. I have lots of experience incorporating community service projects into my classrooms. For example, as a student teacher, I led a unit for third-graders on plant life, and we volunteered at a local community garden. I would love to find ways to integrate service learning into my lesson plans.
It is my goal to combine my range of experience with my ability to be a compassionate, enthusiastic, intelligent teacher who will make a positive contribution to your school district and larger community. I would welcome an interview and hope to hear from you at your earliest convenience.
Sincerely,
FirstName LastName
