Please accept this letter in response to your advertisements in The Westerly Weekly Press, February 20, 2008, and The Westerly Sunday Journal, February 22, 2008, for a Physical Education / Health teacher at Westerly High School. I have enclosed my resume and a completed application for employment.

During my years as a bilingual educator, I have developed a keen understanding of the importance of student assimilation and respect for their native upbringing. These key principles make teaching bilingual students a rewarding and challenging career path.

Please accept this letter and enclosed resume for the social studies position that is currently available within your district. As an experienced social studies teacher, I offer vast classroom exposure, a great deal of energy, and a commitment to the students.

After a successful career in government, I recently fulfilled a lifelong desire to become an educator at the secondary level. I have completed my education and licensure requirements and am excited to begin my teaching career. This letter is sent to inquire about possible teaching opportunities within the Columbus City Schools. The enclosed resume will provide detailed information regarding my background and experience in support of my candidacy.

The education field is in a predicament right now, isn’t it? Many districts are faced with a need for teachers but may not have the funds to hire experienced educators, especially those with advanced degrees. I am one of those “seasoned” teachers, and I would like to explain why I believe my experience is valuable to your district.

As a dedicated, highly knowledgeable Teacher with certification to teach pre-Kindergarten through grade 6, I believe my skills and talents can make an immediate and long-term contribution to Smith and Lee School.

Your requirement for a Mathematics Instructor interests me greatly because of my longstanding commitment to advancing the skills of students in this subject area, as well as my desire to return to California. My resume is enclosed for your consideration.

I love the preceding quote! Although it may be seen as too “sentimental” by some, I truly believe that being able to make a positive difference in children’s lives is a worthwhile endeavor—and the true reward in life. I am excited about the opportunity to launch my teaching career and influence student growth, and I am certain that my enthusiasm and ability to motivate would be a welcome addition to your faculty.

As an experienced Christian educator with a 9-year background in youth ministries, I am writing to explore teaching opportunities with your university. I believe you will find my qualifications suitable to a position where I may share knowledge with those who desire to serve students and young adults by proclaiming the Gospel message and drawing people to Jesus Christ.

What I love most about teaching students with moderate special needs is the children themselves. They know that I am interested in them by my enthusiastic approach and my ability to help them learn in the areas in which they are experiencing the most difficulty. I am confident that I would be a strong asset to your specialneeds program as a Learning Center Teacher.