Resumes and Cover Letters for EducatorsDesign and Design and Deliver a Resume Deliver a Resume That Sells Your That Sells Your StrengthsStrengths
Your Resume Should Be…
Chronological order
Use a 12 pt. font
Use font such as Arial
Bullet point key items
2 pages in length
Quality paper
Resumes: Personal Data
Name
Current and permanent address
Phone number
Email address and/or personal website
Resumes: Objective
Statement of purposeConcise and focused…no philosophy statements Short-term goal…list the position you wantList your certification area
Resumes: Examples
To obtain a High School Social Studiesteaching/coaching position.
To become an Elementary Teacher.
To teach Social Studies at a middle school.
Resumes: EducationSample: (MA & Bachelor of Arts Degree)
University of FloridaMaster of Arts May 2012Certification: Mathematics 9 – 12, May 2012
Bachelor of Arts, December 2008University of FloridaConcentration: MathematicsTeaching Fellows Scholarship Program Dean’s List: 3.8 GPA
Resumes: Teaching Experience
Support your objectiveTitle (Tutor, Para Professional, Instructional Assistant, Practicum observations)Place of employment & location (not complete address)Dates employed Description of dutiesNO personal pronouns
NO “Responsibilities include”
Resumes: Related Experience
Ft. Clarke Middle School, Gainesville, FLObservation, Spring 2013• Observed teacher in 7th grade math class of 25
students• Created lesson plans utilizing technology• Tutored students in math during group sessions
Private Tutor, Fall 2012• Tutored 5th grade student in reading and 3rd grade
student in math• Created activities to assist with learning styles
Resumes:Recent Experience
Unrelated to objective; shows work history and transferable work skillsTitle and datesPlace of employment & location (city, state)Not necessary to describe dutiesList in reverse chronological order (start with most current first)
Hostess, 12/00-PresentCarraba’s Restaurant, Wilmington NC
Customer Service/Cashier, Jun 1999-PresentJC Penney, Chicago IL
Resumes:Extracurricular Activities
Skills (Summary of Qualifications):
Coaching
Training/teaching skills
Volunteer work
Honors:
Scholarships, Dean’s List, Awards, Outstanding achievement
ActivitiesCampus organizations
Community involvement
Church activities
Athletic involvement
Leadership roles
Resumes: References• References (2-3)
• Name and title• Place of employment/organization work for• Work Address• Phone
• ASK FIRST!!
Cover Letters
Same paper as resume1 page, 2-3 paragraphsAddress to specific personWhen you don’t have a name: “To
Whom It May Concern”Tailor each letter to each position and
employerAlways send with a resume
Cover Letters:Cover Letters: 1 1stst paragraph paragraph
Tell why you are sending this letter and resume
State the position for which you are applying Tell how you became aware of the
position/school system If applicable, mention the person who
referred you Very short – 3 sentences at most
Cover Letters:Cover Letters: 2 2ndnd Paragraph Paragraph
Summary of your resume Tell why your skills and experience would be of value to
that school/school system Highlight special accomplishments Display enthusiasm for your career and that school Show you’ve done your “research” Don’t start every sentence with “I”
Cover Letters: Cover Letters: 33rdrd Paragraph Paragraph
Wrap it up Restate your qualifications
SIGN YOUR NAME - bold!!!!SIGN YOUR NAME - bold!!!!
Cover Letter Sample: January 15, 2014
Ms. Laurie BauerInstructional Personnel SupervisorHuman Resources 620 E. University Ave.Gainesville, FL 32601
Dear Ms. Bauer:
It is with great interest that I am responding to the recent position announcement on the ACPS website regarding the high school English position. Currently, I am a student at the University of Florida and will complete the program requirements for Florida certification in English 9-12 by May 2014. I am enthusiastic and prepared to contribute my knowledge and experienced to this position.
My attached resume demonstrates my relevant experience for this position. What these materials cannot express is my uncompressing belief that all students can learn. As a positive role model, I have five years experience working with students in and out of the classroom. The highlights include:
Coaching Volleyball for Big Jump Jones Youth CampAfter School Tutoring at ABC Elementary School
Please consider this letter as an expression of my interest this or any other English position that may become available in the near future. My instructional application is activated and complete on the ACPS system.
Thank you for your time and consideration and I look forward to talking with you.
Sincerely yours,
Mattie Jobhunter
Mattie Jobhunter
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Tips:Tips:
Send a cover letter with your resumeDo not fax or email a resume unless it is
requested - send a hard copyKeep a log of where and to whom you’ve
sent resumesStay positiveStay positive
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