Teacher Cover Letter Samples
In this example cover letter, Lynda, a third grade teacher who has taught at Edison Elementary School for the past nine years, applies for a Head Teacher position at her school and describes her qualifications for this advancement in rank.
Lynda B. Smith
Edison Elementary School
2772 Blue Spruce Lane
Stlouis, MO 63174
For the past nine years, I have worked diligently as a third grade teacher at Edison Elementary School to ensure that my students receive the highest quality education that is possible. I would now like to continue my career as Third Grade Head Teacher.
I believe that I am thoroughly prepared for the position of Head Teacher because I already perform many of the duties required of the Head Teacher, such as organizing meetings amongst the other third grade teachers and aligning the curriculum across third grade and also with the curriculum for second and fourth grades. I also worked closely with Jean Smith, the previous Head Teacher, so I understand and feel comfortable with the responsibilities of that role. I could provide a seamless transition for both administrators and my fellow teachers by immediately assuming the role of Head Teacher.
Thank you for considering my application. I hope that my dedication to this school district and my commitment to educational excellence recommend me for the role of Head Teacher. Please call or email me so that we can further discuss this opportunity.
SincerelyIn this example teacher cover letter, Bradford, who has just earned his teaching degree through Teach for America, explains his qualifications for the available history teaching position and his reasons for wanting to teach in New Orleans in particular.
Bradford T. Wimberly
New Hope High School
4089 Rogers Street
New Orleans, LA 70112
Thank you for considering my application for the available position as a history teacher at New Hope High School. Having spent the past two years as a teacher for Teach for America in New Orleans, I understand the difficulties that the city faces and the challenges for educators, but I have also seen the overwhelming successes that can be achieved. I hope to bring that success to your school district.
Through Teach for America, I have gained experience teaching in inner-city schools which would be beneficial at New Hope High School. I know that your neighborhood was particularly impacted by Hurricane Katrina, and I would like to be a part of the rehabilitation of not only your school, but the community and city as a whole as well. As a history teacher, I believe that it is part of my duty to help students to learn from the past in order to better the future. For the past few years, I have taught students about the significance of Hurricane Katrina in recent history so that they can work to prevent similar disasters in the future and help to make New Orleans a great city once again. I have also worked at a number of after school programs that are designed to give students greater hope for the future, and I know that this aligns perfectly with the mission statement of New Hope High School.
Further details about my qualifications can be found on the enclosed résumé. Please contact me at 555-555-5555 or bwimberly@example.com in order to set up an interview. Thank you for considering me for this position, and I hope to speak with you soon.
SincerelyIn this example music teacher's cover letter, Kelsey Frank, who has four years of experience as a music teacher and band director, describes her qualifications in her cover letter in order to attain a job as a music teacher at Valley Grove Intermediate School.
Kelsey H. Frank
Valley Grove Intermediate School
2373 White Lane
Holly, MI 48515
Music is my greatest passion, and I am lucky enough to have made a career out of it. For the past four years, I have watched and assisted young musicians as a band director and music teacher while developing my instructional skills. I hope to now bring my experience and love for music to Valley Grove Intermediate School by receiving the available position for a music teacher.
After graduating from the University of Virginia with a degree in Music Education, I began my teaching career at Jefferson High School in Richmond, Virginia. During my time there, I taught music education classes to students in grades seven through twelve, and I also directed the band. Jefferson High School did not have a very successful music program when I began there, but I was able to design and begin a marching band program. I also organized a number of activities for the students and community members to generate more interest in music, and the number of students participating in band nearly doubled during my four years. I have recently relocated to Alexandria, and I would be grateful for the opportunity to build upon your existing music program by using strategies that I found to be successful in my previous employment.
I would appreciate the opportunity to speak further with you about my qualifications and the available music teaching position. Please call me at 555-555-5555 or email me at kelsey.frank@example.com at your earliest convenience to schedule an interview. Thank you for your time, and I hope to hear from you soon.
SincerelyIn this example art teacher's cover letter, Felisha Teel, a recent college graduate, expresses his interest in an art teaching position at Sunny Days Elementary School and explains why he is an ideal candidate for the job.
Felisha B. Teel
Sunny Days Elementary School
4244 Radio Park Drive
Piper City, IL 61032
I wanted to become an art teacher because I believe that art is a powerful tool that humans can use to express themselves, and I wanted to share this medium of expression with students. I am particularly interested in the available position in your elementary school for an art teacher because I love to help children discover the joy of creating art.
I recently graduated from the University of California and am anxious to begin my teaching career, and I believe that Sunny Days Elementary School is the ideal location for me to do so. I saw the article and pictures on your school’s website from the recent sidewalk chalk event that was held in your community, and I would love to be a part of that and to help expand the event in the future. My college courses have enabled me to develop my skills in using many different types of media, and I have thoroughly enjoyed putting those skills to good use during my time as a student teacher at an elementary school. I also volunteered as an organizer of arts and crafts projects at a local daycare that involved the children and also many local individuals and businesses, so I am prepared to help Sunny Days Elementary School to further develop a positive relationship with the surrounding community.
Thank you for considering my application. I would love to begin my teaching career at Sunny Days Elementary School, and I hope to have the opportunity to interview for the available position as an art teacher. Please contact me at 555-555-5555 or felisha.teel@example.com at your earliest convenience.
SincerelyIn this example math teacher's cover letter, Vicky Flores, a mathematics teacher with fifteen years of experience at the high school level, explains in her cover letter to the principal of Kennedy Middle School why she would like to move to the middle school level and how her experiences at the high school level will allow her to effectively teach younger students.
Vicky J. Flores
Kennedy Middle School
3298 Monroe Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48680
I am excited to see that you have an available position for a mathematics teacher at Kennedy Middle School. For the past fifteen years, I have devoted myself to teaching mathematics at the high school level, and now I hope to take on a new challenge at your school at the middle school level.
My desire to move to the middle school level stems from my experiences teaching high school mathematics. Over the years, I have come to realize that there is a disconnection between what is expected at the high school level and what is actually taught at the middle school level. I have taught algebra, trigonometry, geometry, calculus, and basic math courses, so I have had the time to develop effective teaching practices for a variety of mathematical concepts. My time at the high school level has also given me the knowledge of what concepts the students need to master before attempting higher-level mathematics courses, and I would like to bring that knowledge to Kennedy Middle School. I can aid your school district in more closely aligning what students are taught in middle school and in high school so that they can be more successful at both levels.
More information about my teaching career is provided on the enclosed resume. Should you have any questions, please call me at 555-555-5555 or email me at vicky.flores@example.com. I welcome the opportunity to discuss the available teaching position, and I hope to hear from you soon.
SincerelyIn this example letter, Michael Riordan, a physics teacher with seven years of experience at the high school level in Pennsylvania, presents his qualifications and achievements as an educator in order to obtain a job in Arizona, where he has recently become a resident. In addition to showing that he is qualified, Brad also demonstrates his earnest interest in the position by explaining that he has already taken the necessary steps to convert his out-of-state certification.
Michael D. Riordan
Bedrock High School
2909 Kerry Way
Mesa, AZ 85201
I am writing in response to your advertisement for a physics teacher. Having recently moved here from Pennsylvania, I am bringing with me seven years of teaching experience. In the short amount of time that I have been here, I have heard wonderful reports about Bedrock High School, and I am hoping to continue my teaching career in your school district.
The skills that students learn in a physics class are necessary for them to solve the future problems that will face our world. Due to this, I view my role as a physics teacher as a very important one, and I have spent the last seven years developing and improving upon my instructional skills. My students have made great progress on the science section of the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA), and they have also demonstrated their abilities at a number of science competitions. More information about these achievements is available on my enclosed resume. I hope to bring this same level of success to Bedrock High School, and I have already converted my Pennsylvania teaching certificate so that there will be no delay for me to begin teaching in Arizona.
Thank you for providing me with the opportunity to apply for this position. I would love the chance to bring my experience and passion for teaching to Bedrock High School. Please call me at 555-555-5555 or email me at mike.riordan@example.com to schedule an interview or ask any questions that you may have.
SincerelyIn this teaching cover letter example, Jasmine Travis, a learning support instructor with three years of teaching experience, provides information about her background in counseling to demonstrate to Medina Area High School that her experiences both in the classroom and in a guidance office have prepared her for the available learning support position.
Jasmine J. Travis
Secaucus Area High School
2978 County Line Road
Secaucus, NJ 7167
Thank you for considering my application for the learning support teaching position that was advertised on your school district’s website. I believe that my combination of experiences as both a learning support teacher and a guidance counselor make me an ideal candidate for this position.
For the past three years, I have developed my instructional abilities as a learning support teacher at a high school in Akron, and my students demonstrated gains on their standardized testing scores for each of those years. I also worked as a high school guidance counselor for five years before earning my teaching certification. My time as a counselor helps me to better understand the issues confronting today’s teens, and I can effectively manage students’ educational and emotional needs. This is critical since so many students requiring learning support have additional difficulties besides simply academic problems. I feel that my background has prepared me to recognize and address each student’s specific setbacks.
If you would like to discuss my qualifications in more detail, please do not hesitate to contact me at 555-555-5555 or jasmine.travis@example.com. I look forward to speaking with you. Thank you for considering me for this position.
SincerelyIn this example cover letter, Peter Brodie, a recent college graduate who is certified to teach physical education and health, describes his qualifications and explains his interest in an elementary-level teaching position available at Garden Elementary School.
Peter M. Brodie
2845 Westwood Avenue
Great Falls, MT 59474
In a time when many children are trading sports and outdoor recreation for video games and television, childhood obesity has become an area of great concern in our nation. I would like to do my part to reverse this trend of obesity by teaching children better habits as a physical education and health teacher at Garden Elementary School.
The best method for combating childhood obesity is through exercise and knowledge of proper nutrition, both of which I am prepared to pass on to students. I recently graduated from the University of Virginia, where I learned about the latest research-based practices for aiding children to eat well and exercise regularly. I also took a grant-writing course during my time there, and I am eager to put the skills that I gained to use in order to obtain new gym equipment at your school. In addition, I have three years of coaching experience at the local YMCA, where I worked with children from the ages of seven to twelve. All of these experiences have prepared me to be a first-rate educator, and I hope to do so at your school.
Thank you for considering my application, and I hope to hear from you soon to set up an interview. Please contact me at 555-555-5555 or peter.brodie@example.com at your earliest convenience.
SincerelyIn this example cover letter, Mary Williams, an elementary teacher with two years of experience at the sixth grade level, describes her qualifications for the administrators at Franklin Elementary School to show them that she has the ability to transfer her skills to the kindergarten level effectively.
Mary V. Williams
Franklin Elementary School
4230 Kennedy Court
Minot, ND 58774
There is nothing quite like watching a small child who is learning something for the first time. During my time as a teacher, I have witnessed this hundreds of times, yet I always marvel at the experience. My enthusiasm for aiding in children’s intellectual growth led me to become an elementary teacher, and I hope to share that enthusiasm with the children at Franklin Elementary School as a kindergarten teacher.
I have spent the first two years of my teaching career at the sixth grade level, and during that time I have developed skills in time management, student engagement, classroom organization, and other effective teaching strategies that are applicable to any grade level. I am particularly interested in helping younger students to form a strong educational foundation, so I have taken several continuing education courses to learn more about early childhood development. This knowledge concerning younger children, paired with my experience in teaching, makes me very qualified for the kindergarten teacher position.
I am grateful for the opportunity to apply for this job, and I hope to bring my experience, skills, knowledge, and passion for teaching to Franklin Elementary School. Please contact me at 555-555-5555 or mary.williams@example.com to discuss my qualifications or to set up an interview.
SincerelyMark Weber has been involved in a number of religious ministries throughout his life, and is hopeful to bring his life experience and experience with his faith to bare on the lives of high school students at a private, religious school. He is able to outline his personal connection to the school’s mission as well as his own experience in ministering to others in the community.
Mark K. Weber
Strake Jesuit
978 Oliverio Drive
Raleigh, NC 27682
I write with intense interest in the position of Associate Director of Campus Ministry for Strake Jesuit. My experience being educated in theology at St. Louis University, coupled with my professional experiences of helping others build their faith while expanding their minds and hearts makes me an ideal candidate to assist the Strake community in meeting their spiritual needs.
I was drawn to Strake Jesuit, in particular because of its Jesuit tradition, coupled with a commitment to a faculty who shows an interest in continuing education and lifelong learning. I have always been one to be mindful of continuing professional opportunities. One example is the University of Dallas Ministry Conference this past year. It was professionally and personally one of the more fulfilling opportunities provided in my secondary school experience. I look forward to being able to branch out and ask important questions. In addition, I was attracted to Strake Jesuit because of its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Given my previous experience in ministry, I am able to see first-hand the benefits and opportunities that are provided to students of Jesuit education. Finding a school whose values are similar is important in my professional search. Such a school would allow me to exercise my talents in:
• Retreat Planning
• RCIA Programming
• Sacrament Preparation
• Community Service projects
I look forward to discussing ways in which I can add to the spiritual dimensions of the student body at Strake. In the meantime, many thanks for your time and consideration.
SincerelyThe writer of this example cover letter is Steven Gilmour. Steven is new to teaching, but has been involved with his medium and his subject for just over ten years. He brings a lot of technical experience to his work, and because he is applying to a private school, does not necessarily need a credential. He is hopeful that his extensive and detailed work in an important industry will be enough to carry his candidacy. He makes the case for his ability to support academic and extra-curricular activities equally well.
Steven S. Gilmour
Treehaven High School
1751 Alpaca Way
Southfield, MI 48308
I write with an application for the Technology Instructor position. After ten years in the tech-sector dealing with consumer-related technical support and an additional four years working specifically with educational technology solutions, I find myself to be especially well-suited to serve as Treehaven’s technology instructor. My experience with hardware, software and connectivity issues and my ability to interact with a variety of constituencies has readied me to take on every aspect of this position.
For ten years, I was able to provide support for quite a few software platforms, including Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Microsoft Office, and all Adobe products. Coupled with my degree in computer science from San Francisco State University, I am left well-connected with bay area technology resources most useful for high school students. Given the products with which I am intimately familiar, I am able to conduct beginner, intermediate and expert courses in the areas of:
• Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD)
• Graphic Design
• Publication (Newspaper, Yearbook)
• Database Management
I look forward to the opportunity to discuss ways in which I can add to the technically-diverse faculty at Treehaven. In the meantime, many thanks for your time and consideration.
SincerelyIn this cover letter sample, Tracy Clayton, a biology teacher with twelve years of experience teaching at the high school level, describes some of the most important aspects of her time as an educator so that the administrators at Harvey Junior/Senior High School will recognize her expertise in this field.
Tracy A. Clayton
Harvey Junior/Senior High School
130 Liberty Street
Columbia, SC 29283
During my twelve years as a high school biology teacher, I have developed an understanding of effective teaching practices that only experience can provide. This experience has helped me to become a seasoned teacher who is ideal for the position of biology teacher at Harvey Junior/Senior High School.
Some of the highlights of my career include being named one of the top fifty teachers in the United States by the National Education Association in 2007, conducting and presenting genetics research at a National Association of Biology Teachers conference in 2009, and writing and receiving a grant for new scientific equipment at my current high school this past year. I believe that these recognitions demonstrate my dedication to educational excellence, lifelong learning, and continuous improvement of classroom technology and other resources through the use of grants rather than school district funds.
Additional details about my substantial experience in teaching biology are available on my résumé, and I hope to discuss the available position at your school in person. Please contact me at 555-555-5555 or tracy.clayton@example.com to set up an interview at your convenience.
SincerelyIn this example cover letter, Jill Marlar, a recent college graduate with a teaching certificate in English, highlights her educational preparation and experiences to convince Wright Brothers High School that she is qualified and well-prepared for her first English teaching position.
Jill Marlar
Wright Brothers High School
169 Mesa Drive
Pensacola, FL 32574
I am interested in the English teaching position at Wright Brothers High School that is currently posted on your school’s website. I had the opportunity to work as a substitute teacher in your school district several times last May after receiving my teaching certificate and was very impressed by your facility and faculty. I would be proud to contribute to such an outstanding school as a full-time English teacher.
Having recently graduated from North Carolina State University, I have been trained to use the most current research-based instructional strategies to improve student achievement. I gained experience in putting that training into practice during my time student teaching at North Central High School, and I was recognized for my teaching abilities by being named the Student Teacher of the Year by the English department at North Carolina State University. My 4.0 grade point average also demonstrates that I have the requisite knowledge to effectively teach the subject of English, and I further developed my teaching skills by volunteering throughout college as a tutor in my school’s Writing Center.
Thank you for considering my application, and I hope to meet with you soon for an interview. I can be contacted at 555-555-5555 or jill.marlar@example.com. Having spent time in your school, I believe that I am the perfect fit for this job, and I look forward to discussing my qualifications with you in more detail.
SincerelyMario L. Simmon
Palo Alto High School
25 Churchill Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94306
I write with a great deal of interest in serving as a math instructor at Palo Alto High School for the 2011-2012 school year. After eight years in the public and private accounting industries, I have finally decided to return to my passion: teaching. During my eight years in the accounting profession, I was certain to maintain my status as a credentialed teacher in California so that I could return after gaining some invaluable experience.
With a background in economics and education, I was drawn to return to California public schools by a demonstrated need for qualified, informed and inspired educators. My time as a student teacher coupled with my continuing education to maintain my credential has always left me with a desire to return to the classroom. Additionally, I have experience volunteering with a local teen community group, and have had opportunities to serve as a role model and responsible adult for young people. I believe these personal skills would add to my professional ones in the classroom and on campus. Ways in which I have remained connected with youth in my community have included:
- Mentor, Youth Rising Above program, assisting inner-city youth in preparing for jobs in business by pairing each participant with a professional in their area of choice.
- Volunteering as a chaperone for teen events at the community center.
- Assisting teens at the drop-in tutoring center on Tuesday evenings.
Given my experience with adolescents and my professional background, I would make an excellent choice to fill your opening in Economics. I look forward to discussing ways in which I can add to the faculty at Palo Alto High School. In the meantime, many thanks for your time and consideration.
SincerelyIn this teacher cover letter example, Kenneth Ryan has had a very successful career in the publishing industry, but has decided that he would rather be teaching. In order to prepare the reader for his transition, he makes a special point of mentioning that his degree was in Literature, a sought-after major for those who will be teaching. However, he also has skills that can be used with a variety of extra-curriculars, which can be especially appealing to the private school to which he is applying.
Kenneth P. Ryan
Seven Hills School
3243 Fantages Way
Valley Park, MO 63161
I write with a keen interest in teaching English at Seven Hills School. My extensive experience as an editor and marketing professional have left me especially prepared to tackle issues of grammar, writing and syntax. Coupled with my Master of Arts degree in English Literature from Kenyon College, I believe I would bring the perfect mixture of academic excellence and real-world professionalism to the classroom.
My passion for English and education began during my undergraduate career, where I served as a tutor in the university’s writing center, was named one of the best creative writers in my class and made consistent contributions to the university’s literary review. Since then, I have made extensive progress in the publishing industry, providing hopeful authors with the necessary feedback to make new and exciting contributions to a changing market.
My minor in Education leaves me especially prepared to work with a variety of students, including:
- Students with learning challenges
- ESL/ELL students
- Students particularly gifted in oratory or analytical skills
- Students who are preparing to contribute to publications, both locally or nationally.
I look forward to discussing how I might add to the English department at Seven Hills. In the meantime, many thanks for your time and consideration.
SincerelyIn this example cover letter, Andrew Washington, a Spanish teacher with ten years of experience, gives examples of his professional knowledge and abilities as a teacher and also his related travel experience to demonstrate that he is prepared for the job offered by North Washington Middle School for a Spanish teacher.
Jodi M. Riley
North Charlotte Middle School
3814 Flynn Street
Charlotte, NC 28336
I believe that I am an ideal candidate for the Spanish teaching position that was posted on the North Carolina Department of Education’s website for your middle school. I have had ample time to develop my teaching and Spanish-speaking abilities during the past ten years, and I hope to put my experience to good use at North Charlotte Middle School.
Throughout my teaching career, I have taught Spanish at every grade level from fifth through twelfth grade. This experience has allowed me to develop the ability to engage students of different ages and to differentiate instruction to best meet each student’s needs. My commitment to teaching excellence was acknowledged last year when I was chosen as North Carolina’s Foreign Language Teacher of the Year. In addition to developing my teaching techniques, I have taken several graduate-level courses in Ecuador, Spain, and Mexico to further develop my Spanish skills. Even as an experienced teacher, I take every opportunity to improve my knowledge base and instructional strategies, and I would like to continue doing so at your school.
If you have any questions about the information provided on the enclosed résumé and application or would like to set up an interview, please call me at 555-555-5555. Thank you for your time, and I hope to speak with you soon!
SincerelyIn this example cover letter, Rebecca Ray, an elementary teacher with five years of experience, explains how her skills and experience make her an ideal candidate for a fourth grade teaching position at Shale Elementary School.
Rebecca B. Ray
Shale Elementary School
4465 Bingamon Road
Fayetteville, NC 28374
With over five years of teaching experience at the elementary level, I am highly qualified for the fourth grade teaching position that is advertised on your school’s website. My dedication to improving students’ educational experiences inside and outside of the classroom demonstrates my passion for teaching and commitment to helping children.
After graduating from Kent State University in 2004, I was employed by Shawnee Elementary School as a second grade teacher for two years before teaching fourth grade for the past three years. During that time, I developed excellent lesson-planning, instructional, and assessment skills. In addition to using classroom experiences to engage my students in learning, I also planned annual trips to the Cleveland Art Museum to provide them with opportunities that many would never have had otherwise to experience artwork. I am committed to supplying my students with such opportunities in and out of the classroom to promote lifelong learning.
Thank you for considering my application for this position. Since I have experience with teaching fourth grade successfully, I believe that I am an ideal candidate to join your faculty. I would appreciate having the opportunity to discuss my qualifications with you further. Please contact me at 910-565-8533 if you have any questions or to set up an interview.
SincerelyThomas has been involved in college counseling for the past fifteen years. This cover letter is meant to be used for an individual who is looking to advance their position after a vast amount of experience.
Thomas E. Freeman
University Prep
3043 Shady Pines Drive
Shreveport, LA 42081
I write with a keen interest in serving as University Prep’s next Director of College Counseling. With more than fifteen years of experience in education, most recently in a competitive independent school environment, I am more than prepared to take on the challenges that lie ahead for University Prep’s college counseling curriculum and the seniors who face an increasingly competitive collegiate landscape.
I have extensive professional experience in the field of secondary and higher education, which I was able to translate into a Master of Arts in Higher and Postsecondary Education from New York University’s Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development. My academic preparation coupled with my geographic locale afforded me opportunities for an inside look into how different organizations approach the importance of a college education.
Professional enrichment is a top priority. As a contributor to my current college guidance team, and as a Director of College Counseling, I have made the following contributions a regular part of my professional development:
- Presentation to multiple nonprofit boards throughout Seattle to promote college-going culture.
- Volunteer services for local community agencies who provide for Seattle students in need of college guidance.
- Extensive networking with college admission representatives through regional and national college tour circuits such as the Boston BEANS.
- Staying aware of the needs of American college students who desire to study abroad through participation in OACAC programs.
I look forward to speaking with you further about how I can contribute to the College Counseling program at University Prep. In the meantime, many thanks for your time and consideration.
Sincerely