How Do You Write Letters Of Intent For Education Jobs?
You’ve graduated with a degree in education, obtained advanced certifications and licenses and now it’s time to convey your qualifications and intentions in a letter. In a weak job market, the jobs may be few and competitors many, making it all the more important to present yourself in the strongest possible fashion. Provided that your letters of recommendation are in top shape, it’s time to turn your attention to your cover letter. A strong cover letter can help a committee decide whether they will look further into your qualifications or throw you on the reject pile at first glance. Research the school system or university. Familiarize yourself with the philosophies, values and needs of each district, school, university or educational company that you are applying to. Your letter should reflect that knowledge. Compete from the start. Julia Miller Vick, co-author of The Academic Job Search Handbook (University of Pennsylvania Press), suggests that your cover letter “stand out and shou
