- Do I need a Cover Letter?
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- This is how you introduce yourself, express your motivation for teaching, cite specific examples to prove your abilities, and to demonstrate your written communication skills.
- Why are they so important?
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- Many school districts keep each candidates application materials on file, your well written cover letter could persuade personnel that you are the professional they should contact for an interview.
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- However, your letter must look good and contain relevant information to be considered.
- What format should I use to write my cover letter?
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- Heading -- your address and date; Inside address -- the name and address to whom you're writing.
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- Salutation -- "Dear Mr./Ms./Dr. Last Name:"
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- Body -- keep paragraphs short.
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- Closing -- "Sincerely," is an example; Signature -- always an original signature.
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- Typed name -- to clarify the spelling of your name.
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- Enclosure -- notation if a resume, application, etc., is enclosed.
- **Each letter should be printed on the same quality paper as your resume and with a laser or jet printer**
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- What is a letter of inquiry?
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- A way to inquire about any future openings or to apply for a specific teaching position.
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- Be sure to let the reader know your areas of certification and what information you are requesting (current or anticipated openings, application procedures, etc.).
- How is an application letter different?
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- This letter informs the reader of the position you are interested in, how you found about it, and formally requests an application package.
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- For Pennsylvania Schools, you may submit a completed Standard Application and ask if the district requires additional materials.
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- To save time, you may want to call a district to request an application and make sure the position is still available. The body of these letters should relate your experiences to a specific position.
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- The letter should not duplicate the resume. Instead, the letter informs the readers about your qualifications and invites them to read the resume for more facts.
- Cover Letter Example
- Article: Cover Letters for Educators
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