Sample Cover Letter for a Teacher

Your Name
Your Address
Your City, State, Zip Code
 

Month, Day, Year

Contact Name
Title
Organization Name
Address
City, State, Zip Code

Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name,

I have a very strong interest in pursuing a teaching career. With experience working at 
both the elementary and high school levels, as well as in activities outside of the 
traditional classroom, I have a diverse background with much to offer.

My first classroom teaching experience was during high school. I was as a volunteer 
elementary school religion teacher at a local church for three years.In addition, I worked 
for several summers at Sunny Beaches Arts Camp teaching theater, and each season, I 
coordinated and staged a play.

I have student teaching experience on the first­ and third grade levels, in both suburban 
and urban school districts. I particularly enjoyed working with at­risk children. My 
careful preparation of lessons allowed me to break down complicated concepts to simple 
examples that my young students could grasp, which was rewarding for both my students
and me.

Last year, while studying in Milan, I taught English to high school students. Managing 
the difference of abilities among my students proved a difficult, but gratifying, challenge.
I tailored activities to maintain the interest of high­level students without intimidating 
less­skilled English speakers.
My resume is enclosed. I will forward an official copy of my transcript along with 
references under separate cover. I will contact you next week to discuss employment 
opportunities; in the meantime, please feel free to contact me at [insert telephone 
number] or [insert email address.]. I look forward to speaking with you.

Thank you for your consideration.

Respectfully yours,

Signature (hard copy letter)

FirstName LastName

Teacher Cover Letter Sample 2:

I am interested in obtaining a position as a Teacher with your organization. The accompanying resume

will provide you with details regarding my background, education, experience, skills and abilities.

As both a trainer and teacher, I have been able to demonstrate my ability as a professional educator

and know how to set priorities, organize work flow, produce results and reach goals.

I have been able to demonstrate my ability as a professional educator and have learned to influence

decision makers in a corporate environment and presenting materials and ideas in an appealing and

interesting way. I can motivate adults and as well as students to excel in their endeavors, and take

pride in achieving quick results.

I would like to stress that I have a real commitment to maintain professional integrity and can handle

classrooms of any size. Throughout my career, I have been known as a quick learner and a motivator.

I am able to work independently or as an efficient member of a team.

At your convenience, I would like the opportunity to meet with you to discuss my goals and the

objectives of your school, and how much my experience and abilities will help in fulfilling them.

Thank you very much for your time and consideration. I’m looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Teacher Cover Letter Sample 3:
I write to express my interest in the Teacher positions you currently have posted.

Trained to teach the Middle School age range, I have taught students from 5 years to 18 years of age.

I believe you will find me to be a mature self-starting and reliable individual, whose career has been

focused on the gathering and presentation of information, to a variety of audiences, across a range of

disciplines; including over 10 years of classroom teaching and school administrative duties. I’m a

dedicated team player but, equally capable of independent thought and creative solutions where

needed and appropriate.

Based on my range of Management and Communication skills and experience, in the fields of:

Marketing, Media, Journalism and Education; I am confident, that I would be a valuable addition to

your team and a good fit for this role providing excellent leadership, problem solving and high quality

communication with students of all ages.

A resume, highlighting the range of my ability, knowledge and experience is attached. While it has

been some years since my days in the classroom, you will see that my commitment to educating and

training others has been remained an integral component of my work in other career areas. With the

majority of my roles involving the training, mentoring and evaluation of others.

I am enthusiastic about the potential offered by the position and how my attention to detail and

transferable career “skill-set” may benefit the school, students and colleagues while providing me with

an opportunity for renewed professional challenge and growth.

I would appreciate more information about the position, including the number of classes and hours
available.

Thank you in advance for your time. I would appreciate the opportunity to review my qualifications

and experience, in person and look forward to discussing how we may be a good match for each

other.