Job application letters grading

							           job application letters – checklist for grading
          In each section below, the number in <brackets> is the maximum score possible. A less than maximum score in any
category indicates more detailed information was required.

HEADING & FORMAT
_____ Follow business letter format. Pay strict attention to spacing, margins, font sizes, and so on. Be sure addresses include all parts.
       Include date and colon in proper places. Don’t indent paragraphs. Use single-spacing for paragraphs and an extra line at the end of
       each paragraph. <10max>
OPENING PARAGRAPH
____ Open with a hook (some way to establish a connection with reader or gain credibility). <5 pts for in-depth, thorough description; 3 for
       adequate but not thorough; 2 for minimal depth; 0 for missing or insufficient detail>
____ Specify what position you are applying for and how you know about it. <5 max>
BODY PARAGRAPH 1
____ Identify one impressive character trait you possess / don’t mix 2 traits in the same paragraph unless they are closely related <5max>
____ Support each trait with explanation and evidence (things you already did, not what you would do if you get the job/must be realistic)
       <10 pts for thorough description; 8 for adequate; 5 for minimal depth; 3 for insufficient detail; 0 for missing>
BODY PARAGRAPH 2
____ Identify one impressive character trait you possess / don’t mix 2 traits in the same paragraph unless they are closely related <5max>
____ Support each trait with explanation and evidence (things you already did, not what you would do if you get the job/must be realistic)
       <10 pts for thorough description; 8 for adequate; 5 for minimal depth; 3 for insufficient detail; 0 for missing>
BODY PARAGRAPH 3
____ Identify one impressive character trait you possess / don’t mix 2 traits in the same paragraph unless they are closely related <5max>
____ Support each trait with explanation and evidence (things you already did, not what you would do if you get the job/must be realistic)
       <10 pts for thorough description; 8 for adequate; 5 for minimal depth; 3 for insufficient detail; 0 for missing>
CLOSING
____ Explain how getting this job will help you improve skills or bring you closer to reaching a long-term goal (This could go anywhere in the
       letter- not necessarily in the closing) <5 pts for in-depth, thorough description; 3 for adequate but not thorough; 2 for minimal depth; 0
       for missing or insufficient detail>
____ Ask for interview. Explain how to contact you (2 ways). Thank the reader for considering you. Sign your name. <5max>
____ Use appropriate TONE for intended audience. <5max>


____ WORD CHOICE - Underline or circle 5 high-level words <5max>

____ GENERAL DESCRIPTION <5max>
                              5                                              4                                                3
      Consistent use of advanced vocabulary, rich and Adequate demonstration of 8th grade vocabulary, Mostly uses simple vocabulary with very little
               vivid description throughout.              clear communication, basic description.    description. Next time, try using a thesaurus and
                                                                                                              going into more thorough detail.




___CONVENTIONS <10> Accuracy of capitalization, punctuation, grammar, spelling, paragraphing, mechanics, usage.
                      10                                   8                                      6                                 4
                  No errors                          Some errors                 Consistent pattern of errors. Try to   Very high amount of errors.
                                                                                    proofread more carefully.            Proofreading is a must.



_____ Reduction for disruptions or disturbing other students during class-time <minus 3 for each occasion>


__________ TOTAL <out of 100>