HOW TO WRITE A COVER LETTER
Your Name Street Address City, Province, Postal Code Date Mr., Ms. _____________ Title of Employer Organization Street Address City, Province, Postal Code Dear Mr., Ms.___________ Paragraph #1: Tell why you are writing. Name the position, field or general area about which you are asking. If a current employee or contact suggested that you follow up with this opening, include his or her name and the date. Paragraph #2: Expand on the information in your resume. If you have had experience or specialized training related to the position, point it out. State information requested in the advertisement. If an application is enclosed, include the specifics of what is requested to complete your file. Mention one or two qualifications you think would be of greatest importance to the employer, addressing your remarks to his/her point of view. Paragraph #3: Close by making a specific request for an interview. Make sure that your closing statement is positive and makes a request for specific action from the reader. Thank the reader for his/her time and consideration. Sincerely, 4 spaces (Your handwritten signature) Type your name Enclosure(s)
Samantha K. Seeker 200 Rose Court Windsor, Ontario N8H 3V4 Tel: (519) 771-5555 Email: samseek@surewest.net
January 1, 2007 Leo Masson Interim Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District 9707 Cook Riolo Road Essex, Ontario N9Y 3T7 Dear Mr. Masson, I understand that Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District is looking for teachers to fill positions at Wood Creek West Elementary School. I am applying for a first through fifth grade teaching position for the 2007 - 2008 school year. I completed my Bachelor of Arts degree in Child Development in April 2006 and obtained the Ontario Teacher’s College Teaching Certificate with in May 2007. Since 2001 I have worked in several teaching positions at the elementary school level, where I have enjoyed meeting and working with many varied personalities. I have had wonderful experiences teaching preschool, first, third, fourth, and fifth grades. One aspect of being a great teacher is having excellent organization skills, which include lesson planning, gathering materials, and ensuring that all types of assessment are completed in a timely manner. I feel these are all strong points of mine. My Associate of Arts in music allows me to bring rhythm, notation and harmony to my students. I use my piano playing and singing to facilitate an exploration of music in which all students can participate. Though this participation I give students the opportunity to enjoy making music as I have, and to reap the benefits of increased academic performance, oral and memory skills, and self-confidence. I believe strongly in parent participation and involvement in education. Interaction with parents is vital to development, and an aspect of teaching I immensely enjoy. I encourage parents to participate in at least one classroom activity throughout the year in order to create a connection between home and school environments. I would like to meet with you to discuss any teaching positions you have available within your school district. Please feel free to contact me at your convenience by telephone or email at any time. I look forward to speaking with you. Thank you for your review and consideration of my resume. Sincerely,
Samantha K. Seeker Enclosures: